Kayfabe Pronunciation: /ˈkeɪ.feɪb/ (KAY-fayb)
Definition: A term originating in professional wrestling that refers to the portrayal of staged events, rivalries, and personas as genuine or real, even though they are scripted or predetermined. “Keeping kayfabe” means maintaining the illusion both in and out of the ring to preserve the entertainment aspect for the audience.
Example: Wrestlers maintain kayfabe by continuing their on-screen rivalries in public appearances.