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deepfake

noun/ˈdiːpfeɪk/

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Synthetic audio or video that convincingly impersonates a real person.

The CEO's apology turned out to be a deepfake.

Similar: synthetic media

Origin: Blend of 'deep learning' and 'fake' (2017).

Topic: Tech & society in New words and slang

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