How Do You Spell IMPOSTOR?

Pronunciation: [ɪmpˈɒstə] (IPA)

The word "impostor" is spelled with an "o" in the second syllable, even though its pronunciation suggests an "e". The IPA phonetic transcription of the word is /ɪmˈpɑːstə/. The reason behind this spelling is its origin from the Latin word "impositor", which was later transformed into "imposteur" in Old French. The "o" in the word is an orthographic representation of the Latin "o" instead of a pronunciation guide. Despite the spelling, the word is still pronounced as if it has an "e" in the second syllable.

IMPOSTOR Meaning and Definition

1. An impostor refers to an individual who pretends to be someone else, often with the intention to deceive or deceive others. They proactively take on another person's identity, persona, or role, typically with fraudulent motives or the intention to exploit others. This term can be used to describe various scenarios where misleading actions are taken for personal gain or dishonest purposes.

   Impostors can adopt false identities in different contexts, such as assuming a professional persona, pretending to be someone they are not in personal relationships, or even presenting as a member of a specific group or community. The objective of an impostor may vary, ranging from gaining access to restricted areas, exploiting financial opportunities, or manipulating others' emotions for personal gain.

   The actions of an impostor are deceiving, as they often mislead and trick others into believing their false identity or intentions. They may exhibit behaviors or possess knowledge related to the person they are impersonating, which can further heighten the deception. However, their true identity and intentions are concealed or misrepresented.

   The term "impostor" is commonly associated with negative connotations due to the deceptive nature of their actions. It implies a deliberate intention to deceive, defraud, or exploit others for personal gain. The exposure of an impostor's true identity can lead to legal consequences, damage to personal reputation, and loss of trust among individuals who have been deceived.

2. One who assumes a character in order to deceive; a cheat.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for IMPOSTOR

• importors
• impoter
• inposter
• immposter
• imposted
• impositon
• umpostor
• jmpostor
• imposto
• impastur
• impastor
• emposto
• Bilpostor
• Imposson
• imporror
• Impootor
• impestor
• Impossor
• Impousor

Etymology of IMPOSTOR

The word "impostor" originates from the Latin term "impostor", which is derived from the verb "impōnere". "Impōnere" is composed of two Latin elements: "im-" (meaning "in" or "on") and "pōnere" (meaning "to put" or "to place"). Thus, "impostor" can be understood as someone who puts themselves in a false or deceptive position. The term gradually passed into Old French as "imposteur", and later entered Middle English as "impostour" before becoming "impostor" in Modern English.

Similar spelling words for IMPOSTOR

• imposture,
• Embassadry,
• impose,
• impaster,
• ambassador,
• imposter,
• embassador,
• ambassdor,
• Self-imposture,
• Impasture,
• Impostury,
• ambassador-at-large,
• AMBASCIATOR,
• imposed,
• IMPEACITARE,
• ambasador,
• AMBASSADOUR,
• impasto,
• Imbosture,
• impost,
• imposing,
• ambassadry,
• Impester,
• ambassadeur.

Plural form of IMPOSTOR is IMPOSTORS