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ostentatious

os·ten·ta·tious

US/ˌɒs.tɛnˈteɪ.ʃəs/ rare

adjective

1.

intended to attract notice and impress others

  • “an ostentatious sable coat”
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2.

of a display that is tawdry or vulgar

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Origin

Originated 1590; from Latin ostentātus + -ious.

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