English Synonym Finder

ostentatiously

Definitions

In a manner characterized by vulgar or pretentious display designed to impress or attract notice.

In a way that is showy, flamboyant, or intended to be seen by others.

Examples

He ostentatiously displayed his new diamond watch to everyone at the party.

She ostentatiously ignored the waiter, pretending to be deeply engrossed in her book.

Synonyms

showily pretentiously flamboyantly gaudily flashily pompously extravagantly

Antonyms

modestly unobtrusively quietly humbly reservedly plainly discreetly