Synonyms for
Posing
Definition
The act of assuming a particular position for a specific purpose, especially for a photo or painting.
Synonyms & similar words
sitting
gravel
position
stupefy
stick
perplex
beat
flummox
pose
set
baffle
bewilder
vex
puzzle
put
mystify
model
impersonate
personate
get
amaze
present
nonplus
place
posture
modeling
posturing
strutting
parading
displaying
showcasing
exhibiting
presenting
flaunting
smiling
grinning
mugging
cheesing
preening
primping
grooming
airing
demonstrating
illustrating
embodying
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- posing as
- posing for
- posing a question
- posing a threat
- posing for a photo
- posing nude
- posing as an expert
Word family
Usage note
When used as a verb, 'posing' often implies a deliberate or artificial presentation of oneself or a situation. It can be used for artistic purposes (posing for a portrait) or to deceive (posing as someone else).
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Example sentences
- The photographer asked the model to pose in different positions.
- She was posing with her new car in front of her house.
- The artist was painting a portrait of his grandmother who was posing for him.
- The gymnast was posing for the judges before starting her routine.
- The actor was posing for the cameras on the red carpet.
Quotes
“I love the confidence that makeup gives me.” - Tyra Banks
“I've never been a millionaire but I just know I'd be darling at it.” - Dorothy Parker
“I don't do fashion, I am fashion.” - Coco Chanel