CEFR C1

contrived

adjective

Meaning

Artificial, forced, or lacking natural spontaneity.

Examples

The plot of the novel relied on a highly contrived coincidence to bring the characters together.
His apology sounded completely contrived, as if he had rehearsed it in front of a mirror.

Synonyms: fake, forced, artificial, stilted, labored

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contrived (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /kənˈtraɪvd/

Definition

Artificial, forced, or lacking natural spontaneity.

Examples

The plot of the novel relied on a highly contrived coincidence to bring the characters together.
His apology sounded completely contrived, as if he had rehearsed it in front of a mirror.
The dialogue in the play felt stiff and contrived, making it difficult for the actors to sound believable.

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