Definition

A person who makes fake documents or items, usually to trick others or commit fraud.

Example

The forger was caught trying to sell a fake painting.

Conversation

Did you hear about that famous forger who got caught last week?

Yeah, it's crazy how they managed to create such convincing fake documents.

I wonder how long they had been practicing to become a skilled forger.

It makes you think about how easily people can be deceived.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Forger → The word 'forger' comes from the Old French 'forger', meaning to shape or create, which in turn comes from the Latin 'fabrica', meaning a workshop or craft. A forger is someone who shapes or creates, often in the context of producing counterfeit items.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'shapes' ('forger') something, often in a crafty or deceptive way, which helps you remember that a forger is someone who creates forgeries.

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