Associations to the word «Impostor»

Wiktionary

IMPOSTOR, noun. Someone who attempts to deceive by using an assumed name or identity.
IMPOSTOR SYNDROME, noun. A psychological phenomenon in which a person is unable to internalize his/her accomplishments, remaining convincing that he/she does not deserve any accompanying success.

Dictionary definition

IMPOSTOR, noun. A person who makes deceitful pretenses.

Wise words

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