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Adjective manque has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebManqueDescription:Manque is a French loanword commonly used in English. It can be used as an adjective, noun, or verb, with different senses and usages. Adjective:1. Unfulfilled or failed in achieving a particular role or status. Example sentence: The manque artist longed for recognition and success. 2. Showing signs or characteristics of something, but not fully or truly being that thing. Example sentence: He had a manque appreciation for classical music, but his true passion was rock and roll. Noun:1. A person who has failed to attain a desired role or position. Example sentence: The candidate, a manque for mayor, renewed his efforts for the upcoming election. 2. An inadequate or insufficient substitute. Example sentence: The store-brand cereal was a manque compared to the original name brand. Verb:1. To have a strong desire or obsession for something that one has failed to achieve. Example sentence: Having never made it as a professional athlete, he manqued for the thrill of the game every time he watched a match. 2. To actively pursue or attempt to be something that one has not yet achieved. Example sentence: The unsuccessful writer manques to be a published author by submitting manuscripts to countless publishing houses. Related Products: | ||||
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