Synonyms for

Hoke

Verb / həʊk / Another word for hoke — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to fake or deceive someone

Synonyms & similar words

fake pretend deceive trick mislead swindle hoodwink bamboozle fool dupe cheat hoax bluff delude imposture impose fabricate counterfeit simulate feign

Example sentences

  1. She could tell he was trying to hoke his way out of the situation.
  2. He hoked his resume to make himself seem more qualified.
  3. Don't try to hoke your way out of a test, you need to study.
  4. The magician hoked the audience with his trick.
  5. The salesman tried to hoke the customer into buying the expensive car.

Quotes

  • 'When you're young, you think your Dad is Superman. Then you grow up, and you realize he's just a regular guy who wears a cape.' - Dave Hoke
  • 'I'm not going to hoke this up.' - Jeff Sessions
  • 'We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.' - Benjamin Franklin (adapted)

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