contrived
01
做作的, 牵强的
deliberately created or arranged in a way that seems artificial or forced
例子
The film's ending felt contrived, as if added only to please the audience.
这部电影的结局感觉做作，好像只是为了取悦观众而添加的。
His apology seemed contrived and lacked genuine emotion.
他的道歉似乎做作，缺乏真诚的情感。
02
做作的, 不自然的
unnaturally stiff, elaborate, or lacking in spontaneity
例子
The speech had a contrived elegance that failed to engage the crowd.
演讲有一种做作的优雅，未能吸引人群。
His contrived manner of speaking made casual conversation difficult.
他做作的说话方式让随意的交谈变得困难。
词汇树
uncontrived
contrived
contrive
