Ostentatious
Definition: Characterized by a vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress (adjective)
Example: The ostentatious mansion had gold-plated doorknobs and a waterfall in the foyer.
Synonyms: showy, pretentious, flamboyant
Antonyms: modest, understated, unassuming
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Questions about Ostentatious
What does “Ostentatious” mean?
Ostentatious (adjective) means characterized by a vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress
How do you use “Ostentatious” in a sentence?
The ostentatious mansion had gold-plated doorknobs and a waterfall in the foyer.
What are synonyms of “Ostentatious”?
Words with a similar meaning to Ostentatious include showy, pretentious, flamboyant. Opposites include modest, understated, unassuming.
Is “Ostentatious” a test vocabulary word?
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