单词 | ostentatious |
释义 | ostentatious —ostentatiously, adv. —ostentatiousness, n. /os'ten tay"sheuhs, -teuhn-/, adj. 1. characterized by or given to pretentious or conspicuous show in an attempt to impress others: an ostentatious dresser. 2. (of actions, manner, qualities exhibited, etc.) intended to attract notice: Lady Bountiful's ostentatious charity. [1650-60; OSTENTAT(ION) + -IOUS] Syn. 1. See grandiose. |
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