Pseud

usgb/suːd/
noun

A person who pretends to be somebody else, usually to seem more impressive than they are.

She quickly realized that he was just a pseud and didn't actually own a yacht.
Visual representation of "pseud" - A person who pretends to be somebody else, usually to seem more impressive than they are.

Often appears as...

  • like a pseud
  • play at being a pseud

Usage tips

Informal

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Negative Connotation

The term 'pseud' often implies criticism or disapproval of the person being described.

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Don't be a pseud, just be yourself.
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Informal Usage

'Pseud' is informal and primarily used in conversational or colloquial English, not in formal writing.

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At parties, there are always a few pseuds bragging about things they've never done.
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Cultural Reference

In British culture, 'pseud' can describe someone pretending to have highbrow tastes to impress.

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He's such a pseud, always quoting obscure poetry.
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