hoke
What is another word for hoke? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
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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How to use hoke
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hoke up a story
hoke it up
Etymology
A back-formation from "hokum," meaning phony or exaggerated material.
Full origin of hoke →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.
