Fob off is a colloquial term often used to describe a situation where someone is trying to avoid responsibility or give a false impression of an action they plan to undertake. It can also mean to dismiss or reject someone or something, usually in a casual or insincere way. Some synonyms for fob off include to brush off, ignore, dismiss, avoid, evade, deflect, or shrug off. Other alternatives may include to gloss over, downplay, minimize, or sidestep. These synonyms carry the same connotation as fob off and can be used interchangeably depending on the context or situation.