pre
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tious
Comparative
more pretentious
Superlative
most pretentious
1
trying too hard to attract attention or impress others
- The pretentious host constantly name‑dropped celebrities.
- Her pretentious behavior made the gathering uncomfortable.
- He gave a pretentious performance, overacting every scene.
- The pretentious display of wealth offended the guests.
- She posted pretentious selfies to gain followers.
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2
expressing exaggerated or unwarranted importance, value, or status
- The pretentious language alienated most of the audience.
- They built a pretentious mansion with gold‑plated gates.
- His pretentious manner suggested authority he didn't have.
- The pretentious décor overwhelmed the small café.
- She delivered a pretentious speech full of self‑praise.
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