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pseudo- — meaning in English

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English meaning

pseudo adj Fake or not genuine; only appearing to be something.

Senses

pseudo- is used for these senses in English:

pseudo- False; not genuine; fake.
would-be Attempting or desiring something.

pseudo — full definition

adj Fake or not genuine; only appearing to be something.
noun Informal term for someone who is putting on airs or pretending to be more sophisticated or intellectual than they are.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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