faked out
/ˌfeɪkt ˈaʊt/
ADJECTIVE
1. Deceived or tricked
Misled or fooled by someone's deceptive behavior, false information, or dishonest actions.
1.1. Being fooled or deceived
Describing someone who has been tricked into believing something false or accepting a misleading impression.
Synonyms
- deceived
- fooled
- misled
- duped
- hoodwinked
- bamboozled
- tricked
Antonyms
- enlightened
- disabused
- undeceived
- informed
Examples
- The faked-out investors eventually discovered that the business opportunity was fraudulent.
- The defender was left faked-out by the striker's sudden change of direction.
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ADJECTIVE
2. Misguided or mistaken
Having been led toward an incorrect belief, judgment, or understanding because of misleading information or circumstances.
2.1. Incorrect judgment or understanding
Describing a person whose judgment, expectations, or decisions have been influenced by false or misleading information.
Synonyms
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Examples
- The faked-out audience believed the magician's explanation was genuine.
- The faked-out defender anticipated the wrong direction and lost possession of the ball.