/ˈwænəbi/ (WAN-uh-bee)

Definitions

1. noun

a person who admires or imitates someone or something, often in a superficial or excessive way

“She was just a wannabe celebrity, trying to get attention on social media.”

2. verb

to pretend to be or imitate someone or something, often in a way that is not genuine or sincere

“He was wannabe-fighting with his friends, but it was all just a game.”