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They’re often envious of you -

A major red flag with friends is if you notice envious and jealous vibes. Chances are your fake friend would take that jealousy and use it against you any chance they get. Get out while you still can.

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They have an air of negativity -

If this is the case, then it's a sure sign of a fake friend. Good friends always amp you up!

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They talk about others behind their backs -

If they always seem to be gossiping about another friend to you, chances are they're doing the same behind your back.

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They cancel plans often -

This one is a big sign of a fake friend that you probably don't notice. Basically, you're not a priority to them.

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They are experts at guilt tripping -

Sure, they cancel plans all of the time, but as soon as you do the same, World War III erupts.

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They´ll always try to be better than you -

A fake friend will always try to drag you down to make themselves look better. They can't stand the idea that you’re succeeding at something.

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They make you feel inferior -

Fake friends are often very insecure people. They need to be superior, so they may try to make you feel bad about yourself.

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They're often passive-aggressive -

A fake friend will give you backhanded compliments that seem nice at first, nut they're actually just mean. Stay attentive!

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They love a spot of drama -

A fake friend will thrive off drama. It may seem like they're always in some sort of conflict with someone, and that’s because they actually are.

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They think they're always right -

They'll never admit that they're in the wrong. Plus, they'll constantly look for other people to blame for their bad behavior.

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They always have new friends around them -

In other words, you're disposable to them, and they’ll just find someone else. Also, they'll likely put on a big show about how you’re great friends, just because.

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They'll use you -

Maybe it’s for your car, your job, or your friends. The one thing that fake friends all have in common is that they connect with people that benefit them the most.

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They'll be short-tempered with you -

One of the clearest signs of a fake friend is the obvious way in which they try to put you down. They’re trying to control you, and when you don't obey, they lash out.

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They're never there when you need them -

If they're never there for you, even for emotional support or if you're locked out your place, chances are they're a fake friend.

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They'll try to talk you out of your good ideas -

Because they’re jealous of anything that makes you happy or that makes you look good, they'll actually try to talk you out of those things.

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They don’t want you to grow and succeed -

It's perfectly normal to move to different cities, countries, and to change jobs and partners. If the friend in question tries to stop your growth, it's time for you to end your friendship with this fake friend.

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They never defend you -

A good friend will have your back. They’ll never let anyone talk smack about you or upset you in any way. However, a fake friend won’t care.

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They chip away at your confidence -

A good friend will tell you when you look great. A fake friend will always throw out snide comments that make you feel insecure.

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They affect your instincts -

Always listen to your gut. If your instincts are telling you that something isn’t right, or you just don’t feel comfortable with this person, trust in yourself.

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They'll monopolize an entire conversation -

Don't be surprised if the whole conversation is about them. Fake friends don’t want to hear about you because they think they're more important.

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They're often caught in their lies -

In the end, you’ll always catch a fake friend in a lie. And they might desperately try to cover it up.

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They don’t understand the word "sorry" -

They never say it, and if they do, it’s done with an air of sarcasm or passive aggressiveness. Remember, a real friend makes an effort to apologize and own up to their mistakes.

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They love offloading their problems onto you -

A fake friend will have no problem offloading their issues onto you. On top of that, they never intend to change.

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They demand your attention -

You could be super busy, but if they call they expect you to drop everything for them. They simply don't respect your boundaries.

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Everything is entirely one-sided -

A fake friend will be selfish and focus on themselves, rather than the friendship itself. But if you turn to someone else or focus on yourself, things will quickly become sour.

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They won't commit to anything -

They won’t commit to plans because they have no intention of keeping them. Never plan anything with someone you suspect to be fake.

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They break promises -

They tell you that they’re going to do this and that for you, but at the end of the day they never keep their promises.

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They're always looking for gossip -

They're always fishing for information, whether it's about you or someone else. While gossiping is normal, there are actual limits.

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You can feel their insincerity -

Deep down, you know exactly who they are. You may be scared to cut them off or need them for something. But know that you'll be better off without them.

See also: The definitive signs you’re in a one-sided relationship

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