Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fancy-pants
noun
/ˈfăn(ː)sē pānts/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is overly sophisticated, pretentious, or showy in their appearance or behavior.
Examples
- She thinks she’s so important with her fancy-pants clothes and car.
- He always tries to impress us with his fancy-pants lifestyle.
- Stop being a fancy-pants and just be yourself.
Meaning
It often conveys a sense of disdain for individuals who try too hard to impress others with their style or status.
Synonyms
- pretentious
- showy
- ostentatious
- posh
- flamboyant
