Definitions

1. noun

A person who pretends to have qualities, interests, or preferences that they do not really have, especially in order to impress others.

“She’s just a poser who thinks she’s a good artist just because she owns a lot of art supplies.”

2. noun

A person who poses for a photograph, especially in a provocative or sensual way.

“The model was a skilled poser who knew exactly how to get the right shot.”

3. verb

To pretend to have qualities, interests, or preferences that one does not really have, especially in order to impress others.

“He’s just posing as a environmentalist, but he doesn’t really care about the issue.”