Forgery
Noun
Definition: The action or crime of forging or producing a fake or counterfeit document, signature, banknote, etc.
Synonyms: Counterfeiting, Falsification, Fraud, Fabrication
Antonyms: Authenticity, Originality
- The art dealer was arrested for selling a forgery of a famous painting.
- Detectives discovered a forgery ring producing counterfeit passports.
- Think of "forgery" as faking or counterfeiting something.
Etymology:
The word "forgery" originated from the Old French word "forger", meaning "to forge, counterfeit."
Historical Usage:The concept of forgery has been present throughout human history, as individuals have long sought to deceive others by creating false documents or imitating valuable objects.
Related Idioms:
"Forgery of identity"
Explanation:Refers to the act of impersonating someone else by creating documents or using personal information to deceive others.
Misconceptions:
Confusing "forgery" with "fraud"
Explanation:While both terms are related to deceptive acts, forgery specifically pertains to creating or imitating fake documents or objects, whereas fraud encompasses a wider range of deceitful practices.