Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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pretentious | No | Yes | No | No |
showy | No | Yes | No | No |
pretentious (adjective) | showy (adjective) |
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making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction | superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense |
intended to attract notice and impress others | (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display |
(of a display) tawdry or vulgar | marked by ostentation but often tasteless |
displaying brilliance and virtuosity |