ostentatious
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Designed to impress others through an expensive or elaborate display.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
showy
flashy
Antonyms
modest
understated
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Answer: ostentatious
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Designed to impress others through an expensive or elaborate display.
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