put-on
/pˈʊtˈɑn/
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Definitions
Noun
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody''s style, usually in a humorous way
Noun
something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage
Noun
a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
Synonyms
antic
burlesque
caper
charade
dupery
fraud
fraudulence
hoax
humbug
joke
lampoon
mockery
parody
pasquinade
prank
sendup
spoof
takeoff
travesty
trick
More General Terms
caricature
chicane
chicanery
diversion
guile
imitation
impersonation
recreation
shenanigan
trickery
wile