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pretentious vs upstart

upstart vs pretentious

pretentious is not a noun while upstart is a noun.

pretentious and upstart both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pretentious No Yes No No
upstart Yes Yes No No
pretentious (noun) upstart (noun)
a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright
a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
an arrogant or presumptuous person
pretentious (adjective) upstart (adjective)
making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position
intended to attract notice and impress others
(of a display) tawdry or vulgar
Difference between pretentious and upstart

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