ostentation
/ˌɒstenˈteɪʃən/ · /ˌɑːstenˈteɪʃən/
CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7047 in the learning path
炫耀；摆阔
Definitions
n. An excessive display of wealth or importance to impress others.
炫耀；摆阔
Example
Their wedding was warm and cheerful, without any ostentation.
他们的婚礼温馨愉快，没有丝毫铺张炫耀。
The ostentation associated with luxury consumption can intensify social pressure to display wealth rather than save responsibly.
奢侈消费中的炫富行为可能加剧社会压力，促使人们展示财富而非理性储蓄。
Collocations
- without ostentation
- an air of ostentation
- wealth and ostentation
Word family
- ostentatious (adj.)
- ostentatiously (adv.)
Synonyms
- showiness
- flashiness
Antonyms
- modesty
- restraint
Usage tip
不可数名词，通常含贬义，强调故意展示以引人注目。
FAQ
- What does ostentation mean?
- An excessive display of wealth or importance to impress others.
- How is ostentation pronounced?
- UK /ˌɒstenˈteɪʃən/, US /ˌɑːstenˈteɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
