ostentatious

[US]/ˌɒstenˈteɪʃəs/
[UK]/ˌɑːstenˈteɪʃəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. showy; flamboyant

Example Sentences

an ostentatious display of wealth

an ostentatious sable coat;

The Australian Medical Journal warned that claims of ‘bunyip skulls’ could only be seen as an ‘ostentatious display of our ignorance and credulity’.

She wore an ostentatious diamond necklace to the party.

His ostentatious display of wealth made others feel uncomfortable.

The ostentatious decorations in the room were overwhelming.

The mansion was filled with ostentatious furniture and artwork.

She rejected the ostentatious lifestyle of the rich and famous.

The ostentatious display of fireworks lit up the night sky.

His ostentatious behavior at the restaurant drew unwanted attention.

The ostentatious car drew envious looks from passersby.

She preferred simple elegance over ostentatious displays of wealth.

The ostentatious display of designer labels on her clothing was unnecessary.

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