foppish Synonyms
foppish Meaning
foppish (s)
affecting extreme elegance in dress and manner
foppish (a.)
Foplike; characteristic of a top in dress or manners; making an ostentatious display of gay clothing; affected in manners.
foppish Sentence Examples
- The man's foppish attire, with its excessive ribbons and lace, drew amused glances from passersby.
- The foppish courtier spent hours arranging his hair and selecting the perfect perfumes.
- With his foppish demeanor and affected mannerisms, he seemed more concerned with appearances than substance.
- The foppish actor's performance was filled with overly dramatic gestures and exaggerated emotions.
- The foppish young man's preoccupation with fashion and material possessions annoyed his more practical friends.
- The foppish politician's speeches were characterized by flowery language and empty promises.
- The foppish aristocrat's garden was meticulously manicured and filled with rare and exotic plants.
- The foppish butler's impeccably pressed uniform and polished silver service exuded an air of exaggerated elegance.
- The foppish singer's performances were known for their elaborate costumes and melodramatic delivery.
- Despite his foppish exterior, the man possessed a surprisingly sharp intellect and a compassionate heart.
FAQs About the word foppish
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The man's foppish attire, with its excessive ribbons and lace, drew amused glances from passersby.
The foppish courtier spent hours arranging his hair and selecting the perfect perfumes.
With his foppish demeanor and affected mannerisms, he seemed more concerned with appearances than substance.
The foppish actor's performance was filled with overly dramatic gestures and exaggerated emotions.
