Ostentatious

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˌɒs.tÉ›nˈteɪ.ʃəs/ IPA: /ˌɒs.tÉ™nˈteɪ.ʃəs/
• Rhymes: -eɪʃəs

Origin

Originated 1650–60; ostentation+-ious.

Full definition of ostentatious

Adjective

1. Of ostentation.
2. Intended to attract notice.
3. Of tawdry display; kitsch.

Synonyms

• (tawdry)

Derived terms

• ostensible
• ostensive