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Ersatz

Definition:

Adjective:

1. Serving as a substitute or imitation for the real thing; not genuine or authentic.

Noun:

1. An artificial or synthetic substance.

Sample Sentences:

Adjective:

1. She couldn't afford a designer handbag, so she settled for an ersatz one from a flea market.
2. The ersatz smile on his face couldn't hide his disappointment.
3. In the absence of fresh milk, they had to make do with powdered milk as an ersatz substitute.

Noun:

1. The company created an ersatz leather material that closely resembled genuine leather.
2. Some manufacturers use ersatz sweeteners in their products to reduce costs.
3. He decided to avoid artificial sweeteners and opted for natural sugar instead of ersatz substitutes.

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