Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pretensioso
Adjective
/prɪˈtɛnʃəs/
Definition
Pretentious or showy in a way that is meant to impress others.
Examples
- His pretentious behavior at the party turned many guests away.
- We found the restaurant’s menu to be quite pretentious, using overly complex descriptions of simple dishes.
- She often makes pretentious remarks to appear more knowledgeable than her peers.
Meaning
Someone or something that tries to seem more important or valuable than it is; often associated with arrogance or exaggerated claims.
Synonyms
- Ostentatious
- Showy
- Arrogant
- Snobbish
- Vainglorious