Definition of "impostor" []

• One who engages in deception under an assumed name or identity. (noun)

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• "The case was the first of its kind for the Bay City office, Flattery said, but the medal-wearing impostor is not uncommon."
• "Phony heroes have been around as long as wars, and one way to spot an impostor is to listen to their exaggerated exploits."
• "The Schantags issue "fraud alerts" through e-mail when an impostor is found."