This slang term describes the act of creating a fake online persona, often using stolen photos and information, to deceive someone into a relationship or for other malicious purposes.
Sentence examples:
- She was heartbroken to discover she had been catfished by someone pretending to be a soldier online.
- She was heartbroken after realizing she had been catfished for months.
- The documentary explored the dangers of online catfishing and how to avoid falling victim.
- Social media platforms are implementing measures to combat catfishing and protect users.