posturing

UK
/ˈpɒstʃərɪŋ/
US
/ˈpɑstʃɚɪŋ/

Translations

posturingnoun
posturings
pl
The politician's posturing during the debate was purely for show.
Демонстрация политика во время дебатов была чисто показной.
His constant posturing in front of the camera was annoying.
Его постоянное позирование перед камерой было раздражающим.
The model's posturing was elegant and captivating.
Позы модели были элегантными и захватывающими.
posturinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈpɒstjʊərɪŋ/
US
/ˈpɑːstʃərɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe behaviour characterised by insincere or affected posing
postureverb

posturing

Gerund

postured
Past Simple
postured
Past Participle
posturing
Gerund
UK
/ˈpɒstʃə/
US
/ˈpɑstʃɚ/
He tends to posture in front of the camera.
Он склонен позировать перед камерой.
She postured as if she was the leader of the group.
Она позировала, как будто она была лидером группы.
Additional translations
Synonyms
assume a posture
position oneself
hold oneself
set oneself
plant oneself
put on an act

Definitions

posturingnoun
The act of adopting a particular stance or position, often to impress or mislead others.
His posturing during the meeting was meant to make him appear more knowledgeable than he actually was.
A behavior or attitude that is intended to impress or mislead others.
The politician's posturing on social issues was seen as a way to gain favor with voters.
posturinggerund / present participle
Adopting a stance or behaviour that is intended to impress or deceive; behaving in an affected way.
The senator delivered a posturing speech full of empty promises.
postureverb
To adopt a particular stance or position, often to convey a certain attitude or intention.
The politician postured confidently during the debate to appeal to the audience.
To behave in a way that is intended to impress or mislead others.
He postured as an expert in the field, despite having little actual experience.
To place or arrange troops, resources, or oneself in a strategic position.
The general postured his forces along the ridge in preparation for an attack.