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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

poseur

/pɒʊˈzɜːr/ noun · British & US
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What does poseur mean?

noun

A person who pretends to have a particular interest, attitude, or set of values, but does not genuinely possess them. A person who affects a particular style or attitude in order to impress others.

Example

"He was a poseur who claimed to be a connoisseur of fine art, but his knowledge was superficial at best."

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