Performative
Pronunciation: /pərˈfɔːrmətɪv/
Performative (adjective)
- done to show others rather than for real effect or meaning.
- describing words that do something, like making a promise or an order.
Examples
- The performative art piece engaged the audience actively.
- Performative gestures can enhance the impact of a presentation.
Common collocations: performative art, performative gesture, performative action, performative statement, performative act