most artificial

[/moʊst ɑːr.tɪ.ˈfɪʃ.əl/]
adjective phrase
mais artificial
1. superlative form indicating the highest degree of being fake, synthetic, or lacking natural quality
This plastic flower is the most artificial decoration in the entire house.
Esta flor de plástico é a decoração mais artificial de toda a casa.
2. lacking genuine or authentic character; appearing forced or unnatural
Her smile seemed the most artificial I had ever seen.
Seu sorriso parecia o mais artificial que eu já tinha visto.
3. created or produced by human means rather than occurring naturally
The most artificial sweetener on the market has raised health concerns.
O adoçante mais artificial do mercado levantou preocupações de saúde.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'artificial' carries similar connotations to English, often used in contexts of consumer products, fashion, and personal behavior. The phrase is frequently employed in advertising and product reviews, particularly when discussing food additives and cosmetics. In American English, the phrase is common in both scientific discourse and casual criticism of insincerity.
NYC Slang
fakest
Synonyms / Sinônimos
most syntheticmost fakemost contrivedmost forcedmost unnatural
Antonyms / Antônimos
most naturalmost genuinemost authenticmost organic

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mais artificial
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
mais artificial
Common in everyday speech; may use 'fake' colloquially
São Paulo
mais artificial
Formal business and academic usage predominates
Portugal
mais artificial
Identical usage; same superlative construction

Related Words

artificialartificiallyartificialitysyntheticnaturalauthentic

Related Idioms & Phrases

put on the most artificial face
ring most artificial
sound the most artificial
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