- to seem almost genuine
- easily mistaken for the real thing
Generated: This expression describes something that appears to be real or true but is actually not, suggesting a high level of realism or authenticity.
His painting seems almost genuine, making it hard to distinguish.
Generated: This meaning emphasizes that something can easily be confused with an authentic item, highlighting the deceptive quality of the imitation.
The quality of these replicas is so good that they might easily be mistaken for the real thing.