simulant

/sɪˈmʌlənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that imitates or is intended to deceive, especially by pretending to be something else.

“The con artist was caught as a simulant, pretending to be a charity worker to scam donations.”

Synonyms

  • deceiver
  • imitator

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine