No. 3,982 in Chinese
伪
"伪" means "false," "fake," or "counterfeit."
In a sentence
那个伪装的身份被揭露了。
The disguised identity was uncovered.
伪装 (disguised): In this sentence, '伪' is used as a prefix to denote 'fake' or 'sham', indicating the deceptive nature of the disguise.
伪科学的理论没有依据。
Pseudo-scientific theories lack foundation.
伪科学 (pseudo-science): Here, '伪' expresses 'false' or 'deceptive', implying that the described science is not genuine or valid.
他不敢面对伪善的指责。
He dared not face the accusations of hypocrisy.
伪善 (hypocrisy): '伪' in this context signifies 'false', characterizing the conduct as insincere or hypocritical.
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