pose
/poʊz/
verb
- To sit or stand in a particular position, especially for a photograph, painting, or other artistic work.
- The model posed for the artist for three hours.
- She posed gracefully on the beach while her friend took pictures.
- We posed for a family photo in front of the Christmas tree.
- To cause or create something, such as a problem, threat, or question.
- The heavy rain posed a serious risk of flooding.
- His sudden question posed a challenge for the teacher.
- Climate change poses a threat to coastal communities.
- To pretend to be someone or something, often to deceive others.
- The spy posed as a tourist while gathering information.
- She posed as a journalist to interview the celebrity.
- He posed as a doctor to gain access to the hospital.
Synonyms
noun
- A particular position or way of holding the body, especially for a photograph or painting.
- Yoga involves holding different poses to improve flexibility.
- He struck a dramatic pose for the camera.
- The photographer asked her to hold that pose for a few seconds.
- A way of behaving that is intended to impress or deceive others; a pretense.
- She adopted a pose of indifference, but she really cared.
- His confidence was just a pose to hide his nervousness.
- The politician's concern for the poor seemed like a pose.