Synonyms for hoax Found 7 synonyms across 2 meanings for “hoax”. something intended to deceive (noun) fraudfraudulenceduperyhumbugput-on subject to a playful hoax or joke (verb) Explore Related Words Rhymes with hoaxSynonyms for fraudSynonyms for fraudulenceSynonyms for duperySynonyms for humbugSynonyms for put-on Synonym Finder | Rhyme Finder | Poetry Editor