Meanings
First attested in the late 18th century.[1] From sham + Abraham man (“a beggar who pretends to be ill”)
To pretend sickness or insanity.
Example Sentences
1
He claimed to be a successful entrepreneur, but it was just a sham Abraham.
2
The company's promises of quick wealth turned out to be nothing more than a sham Abraham.
3
She pretended to have a PhD, but it was a sham Abraham.
4
The charity organization was found to be a sham Abraham, pocketing most of the donations for personal use.
5
His extravagant lifestyle was merely a sham Abraham to hide his massive debt.
