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ostentatiously

/ɒstɛnˈtætɪəsli/ adverb · British & US
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What does ostentatiously mean?

adverb

In a showy or impressive way; in a way that is intended to attract attention.

Example

"She walked into the room ostentatiously, wearing a bright red dress."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Words that share this root

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What's another word for ostentatiously?

showilyimpressivelyostentatiouslyflashilygrandlypompously

What's the opposite of ostentatiously?

unobtrusivelycovertlydiscreetly

Rhymes with ostentatiously

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