postiche

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Word: Postiche

Definition:
The word "postiche" refers to something that is fake or not genuine. It can also mean a covering or a piece of hair (either human or artificial) that is used to change one’s appearance, often for a disguise or decoration.

Usage Instructions:

• As a noun: You can use "postiche" when talking about something that is not real or when referring to hairpieces that are used for style or disguise.
• In a sentence: "The actor wore a postiche to change his look for the role."

Example Sentence:

• "She wore a postiche to make her hair look longer and fuller for the party."

Advanced Usage:

In a more advanced context, "postiche" can refer to works of art or literature that imitate the style of another artist but do not represent their original ideas. In this case, it may be used to discuss authenticity in art criticism.

Variants:

• Postiches (plural): Refers to multiple pieces of fake hair or items that are not genuine.

Different Meanings:

• While "postiche" primarily refers to fake items or hairpieces, it can also imply a lack of authenticity in various contexts, such as fashion or art.

Synonyms:

• Imitation: Something made to resemble something else.
• Counterfeit: An exact imitation of something valuable or important, often used for fraudulent purposes.
• Wig: A covering for the head made of human or artificial hair, similar to a postiche.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include "postiche," but you might hear expressions like "put on a front," which means to pretend to be something you are not, similar to the idea of using a postiche.

Summary:

"Postiche" is a versatile word that can be used in everyday conversation as well as in artistic discussions.

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Noun

1. something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
2. a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment

Synonyms

• fake
• sham
• hairpiece
• false hair