When someone attempts to display an attitude other than what they are really feeling.
Man she was really pissed but was attempting to hide it with a faux tude.
A person that is trying to appear eclectic in their fashion, social, pop culture, musical or other choices, but in practice has simply adopted a common behavior that serves as an archetype or stereotype of a true eclectic. See as reference most hipsters.
That group of girls with their chokers and peasant skirts riding those bikes to the coffee shop are so faux-clectic.
A knock-off version of Chanel.
Did you see those hideous faux-nel ballet flats? If you can't afford the double C's, don't fake it.
Translates directly to false step in French. Translates indirectly to embarrassing social fuck up, which usual makes everything awkward for everybody involved. Major party foul
Man did you see hunter try to make an unwanted move on that girl and get shut down? What a faux pas.
The act of resting typically on a couch or bed without sleeping. Usually this involves being engaged in an activity such as watching a movie or reading a book (knitting also qualifies).
Aw, I'm so tired. I think I'll faux nap and watch Braveheart.
Noun: A large beer posing as a 40oz malt liquor.
Hey man... we cant play Edward Forty hands with these... they are FAUX-D's... 32's of Miller High life don't count!
Fake hardcore, also for screamo and metalcore. Taking classic 80's and 90's hardcore, screamo, and metallic hardcore (metalcore), by completely debauching the subgenre(s) from over use of "break downs", unnecessary clean vocals, weak death metal vocals/growls, unoriginal and overused "hardcore attitude" (ranging from tough guy, integrity, and "brotherhood" themed lyrics).
The most hardcore bands ever are like Emmure & Attack! Attack! No man, that's Faux Hardcore....