n. 1. One who counterfeits; one who copies or imitates; especially, one who copies or forges bank notes or coin; a forger. [ 1913 Webster ]
The coin which was corrupted by counterfeiters. Camden. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. One who assumes a false appearance or semblance; one who makes false pretenses. [ 1913 Webster ]
Counterfeiters of devotion. Sherwood. [ 1913 Webster ]