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Plural
charlatans
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an individual who acts as if they possess special qualities, knowledge, or skills
- The so-called healer was exposed as a charlatan when his treatments failed to produce results.
- His reputation as a charlatan grew when it was discovered he had no formal qualifications.
- She felt duped by the charlatan who pretended to be an expert in personal development.
- The charlatan’s elaborate claims were eventually debunked by investigative journalists.
- The documentary aimed to reveal the charlatan behind the fake psychic readings.