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Meaning of ostentatious in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    ostentatious

    Definitions

    1. of a display that is tawdry or vulgar

    Synonyms

    • tasteless
    • in poor taste(p)
  2. Qualitative Adjective

    ostentatious

    Definitions

    1. intended to attract notice and impress others

    Examples

    • « an ostentatious sable coat »

    Synonyms

    • flaunty
    • showy
    • splashy

    Antonyms

    • unostentatious
    • unpretentious
    • unpretending

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