Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given "a person who dishonestly pretends to be somebody else."?

Options:

Fraud

Implorer

Imperialist

Imposter

Correct Answer:

Imposter

Explanation:

The word that means the same as "a person who dishonestly pretends to be somebody else" is imposter. So the answer is > (☀) Imposter.

  • Fraud is a deception deliberately practiced in order to secure unfair or unlawful gain.
  • Implorer is a person who begs or pleads for something.
  • Imperialist is a person who believes in or advocates for the expansion of an empire.

An imposter is a person who pretends to be someone else, typically for the purpose of gaining something. Imposters may pretend to be someone of a higher social status, or they may pretend to be someone with special skills or knowledge. Imposters are often motivated by greed or by a desire for attention.