1. resembling or characteristic of a theater stage; theatrical or artificial in appearance or manner

Examples

• The politician’s stagelike gestures seemed rehearsed and insincere.
• The hotel lobby had a stagelike quality with its grand staircase and dramatic lighting.
• Her stagelike delivery made the speech feel more like a performance than a conversation.
• The courtroom’s stagelike atmosphere intimidated the witness.
• The restaurant’s stagelike decor created an overly formal dining experience.
• His stagelike mannerisms suggested he was more comfortable performing than socializing.