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What Does Bogus Mean?

Adjective

  • Not real or fake; something that is not true.
  • Something that is bad or not good.
  • Something that doesn't work or is broken.
  • Based on things that are not true or wrong.

Noun

  • A type of drink made from rum and sugar.

Bogus — Full Explanation

Bogus means something that is not real or fake. Like if someone pretends to be a superhero but they are just wearing a costume, that could be called bogus.

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Bogus Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
बोगस (bogas)

bogas

झूठा (jhootha)

jhootha

बोगस चीज़ (bogas cheez)

bogas cheez

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bogus

What does 'bogus' mean?
The word 'bogus' means something that is fake or not real.
How do you pronounce 'bogus'?
You pronounce 'bogus' like 'boh-guhs'.
What is the origin of the word 'bogus'?
The word 'bogus' comes from the 19th century and is thought to be related to a type of machine used to make counterfeit money.
What is the meaning of 'bogus' in Kannada?
The word 'bogus' in Kannada is 'ನಕಲಿ' (Nakali).