The detectable vibe given off by someone who is clearly putting excessive effort into controlling how they appear — obsessively positioning themselves for photos, always finding the flattering side, or nervously avoiding candid shots.
The detectable vibe given off by someone who is clearly putting excessive effort into controlling how they appear — obsessively positioning themselves for photos, always finding the flattering side, or nervously avoiding candid shots. Can be used as mild shade or affectionate teasing.
He immediately suggested we move tables when I pulled out the camera — serious anglefraud energy.
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A deliberate state of operating where someone goes all-in on optimizing camera angles, lighting, and poses to present the most deceptively flattering version of themselves online. Often used self-deprecatingly or as a call-out when someone is clearly posing with maximum strategic intent.
(intransitive, tttt) To photograph oneself from a favourable angle, so as to conceal or mitigate a perceived negative physical characteristic.
(slang, tttt) A self-portrait photograph taken from a favourable angle in order to conceal or mitigate a perceived negative physical characteristic.
Someone who consistently deceives others about their physical appearance by posting only carefully chosen angles, lighting setups, and poses that create a misleading impression. An anglefrauder is considered dishonest rather than just strategic because the gap between their curated image and real life is significant.