Facaded

/fəˈkeɪdɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having a facade or facades; constructed with a visible front surface; wearing a false appearance.

Etymology

From facade + -ed (adjective suffix). Rare but grammatically sound formation describing something with a defined facade.

Kelly Says

When we describe someone as 'facaded,' we're using an architectural metaphor to mean they're all surface and no substance—emotions they're hiding behind their public face.

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