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Verb — To fake or exaggerate something to make it seem more dramatic, sentimental, or impressive than it really is (usually "hoke up").

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hoke up a story hoke it up

Etymology

A back-formation from "hokum," meaning phony or exaggerated material.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hoke” mean?

The word “hoke” means to fake or exaggerate something to make it seem more dramatic, sentimental, or impressive than it really is (usually "hoke up"). In plain terms, to artificially dress something up to seem more exciting or emotional than it is.

How do you pronounce “hoke”?

“Hoke” is pronounced hohk (/hoʊk/ in IPA).

How do you use “hoke” in a sentence?

Here is “hoke” used in a sentence: “The director hoked up the ending with unnecessary slow motion and swelling music.”

What part of speech is “hoke”?

“Hoke” is a verb.

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