Malcolm Muggeridge

The trouble with kingdoms of heaven on earth is that they're liable to come to pass, and then their fraudulence is apparent for all to see. We need a kingdom of heaven in Heaven, if only because it can't be realized.

British Journalist

Ethan Hawke

When you start becoming really successful, the demons start to tempt you - the demons of vanity and self importance, drug abuse, the feelings of fraudulence. But, it's also a thrill. That's what I found weird.

American Actor

Tony Kushner

I think I have a great deal of self-hatred, a profound feeling of fraudulence, of being detestable and evil. It's only a part of me, but it's there, and it's active.

American Playwright

Glen Duncan

I'm constantly dogged with a feeling of fraudulence, so if somebody tells me they like what I've written, then I immediately begin to think it's rubbish.

British Author

Fraudulence has a strongly negative meaning, implying intentional deception for unfair advantage.

Negative Connotation

Fraudulence often involves someone benefiting themselves at others' expense.

Personal Gain

Fraudulence is frequently used in financial matters where dishonesty occurs.

Financial Context

 At least so far, the most surefire way to combat imposter syndrome is to talk about it. Many people suffering from imposter syndrome are afraid that if they ask about their performance, their fears will be confirmed. And even when they receive positive feedback, it often fails to ease feelings of fraudulence. But on the other hand,

What is imposter...

 you are creating an act of fraudulence. This is what it's like to be me. Huddled inside of a tent with every stitch of clothing I own on me, wanting not to go outside