flaunt
/flɔːnt/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5980 in the learning path
炫耀；招摇地展示
Definitions
v. To show something proudly to attract attention or admiration.
炫耀；招摇地展示
Example
He flaunted his new watch at dinner last night.
昨晚吃饭时，他炫耀了自己的新手表。
Social media encourages some users to flaunt their wealth, potentially increasing feelings of inadequacy among viewers.
社交媒体促使一些用户炫富，这可能加重观看者的自卑感。
Collocations
- flaunt wealth
- flaunt success
- flaunt possessions
Synonyms
- show off
Usage tip
flaunt指炫耀；flout指公然无视规则，勿混。
FAQ
- What does flaunt mean?
- To show something proudly to attract attention or admiration.
- How is flaunt pronounced?
- UK /flɔːnt/, US /flɔːnt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
