bovarist

/ˈboʊvərɪst/; /boʊˈvɛərɪst/; /boʊˈvɑːrɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who imitates or fakes the behavior or characteristics of a bohemian, especially for social or financial gain.

“She was accused of being a bovarist, pretending to be an artist to get free drinks and attention.”

Synonyms

  • bohemian
  • phony
  • poseur

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine