What does POSER mean?

Parts of Speech

Poser is a noun.

Definitions

1. A person who poses or affects a particular attitude or character; a pretender. 2. A difficult question or problem, especially one that tests someones knowledge or skill.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈpoʊzər/

UK: /ˈpəʊzə/

Origin and Usage

The word poser comes from the French word "poser" which means "to place" or "to pose." The word was first used in English in the mid-19th century to describe someone who posed for a photograph. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include someone who poses or affects a particular attitude or character. The second definition of poser, meaning a difficult question or problem, came into use in the early 20th century.

Synonyms

Impostor, pretender, charlatan, faker, sham, fraud, imposter.

Related Words

Impost, power, prose, pores, ropes.

Example Sentences

• Hes such a poser, always pretending to be something hes not.
• The test was a real poser, and many students struggled to answer the questions.
• Shes a poser, always striking a pose for the camera.
• The poser of the riddle was so difficult that no one could solve it.