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Ostentatious

Characterized by or given to pretentious, showy display designed to attract attention; flashy and conspicuous.

adjective
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Imagine This

Picture a socialite at a gala wearing a gold-plated cape encrusted with diamonds, while cameras flash from every angle and guests whisper about the outfitβ€”every movement is a performance designed to be noticed.

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Sounds Like

os-TEN-tee-uhs

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Looks Like

Similar to ostentation; resembles the noun ostentation in meaning and form.

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Remember This

Root meaning is to show off; the word comes from Latin ostentare 'to show forth' via ostentatio; it is commonly used to critique excessive displays of wealth or vanity.

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Other Forms

ostentationnoun
ostentatiouslyadverb
ostentatiousnessnoun
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Connect With

showy, gaudy, flashy, pretentious, flamboyant, conspicuous

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Note

Use sparingly and be mindful of tone. Not every flashy display is ostentatious; the word conveys a strong, often negative, emphasis on conspicuous showing-off.

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