Word of the day: Ostentatious (adjective)
Possible Meanings:
- Intended to attract notice and impress others, often by being vulgar or excessive. (Most common meaning)
- (Less common) Characterized by or given to pretentious or conspicuous show.
Example Sentences:
- The celebrity arrived at the event in an ostentatious limousine, surrounded by bodyguards. (Explanation: Ostentatious describes the excessive display of wealth and security meant to impress others.)
- The decorator’s design choices were a bit too ostentatious for my taste – all gold and velvet. (Explanation: Here, ostentatious describes the flashy and overwhelming design elements.)
- (Less common): He spoke in an ostentatious manner, using overly complex words to sound more intelligent. (Explanation: Less common usage – ostentatious describes his pretentious way of speaking.)
Conversation Example:
Person 1: “Did you see the new neighbor’s mansion? It’s huge and gaudy!”
Person 2: “Yes, it’s a bit too ostentatious for my taste. I prefer a more modest style.”
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