No. 7,395 in Catalan
artificiosa
Artificial or contrived.
In a sentence
La seva explicació era molt artificiosa i difícil de seguir.
Her explanation was very contrived and difficult to follow.
Here, 'artificiosa' is used to describe an explanation that is excessively elaborate or influenced by artificial complexity, suggesting it is not straightforward.
Va fer una decoració artificiosa per al sopar de gala.
She made an ornate decoration for the gala dinner.
In this context, 'artificiosa' refers to a decoration or design that is elaborate, detailed, and potentially overly intricate.
Es va adonar que el seu somriure era artificiós i insincer.
He realized that her smile was contrived and insincere.
For this sentence, 'artificiosa' relates to a mannerism (a smile) that is forced or not genuine, showcasing insincerity.
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