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Meaning of pretentiousness
The quality of being pretentious, or having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or superiority
Etymology of pretentiousness
The word "pretentiousness" originates from the Latin word "praetendere," which means "to stretch out before" or "to pretend"
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe behavior or attitudes that are perceived as excessively showy, arrogant, or superior
Synonyms
pretension
affectation
pomposity
arrogance
haughtiness
superiority
snobbery
exclusivity
elitism
snobbishness
pride
conceit
self-importance
grandiosity
magniloquence
ostentation
showiness
flashiness
gaudiness
tactlessness
insincerity
artificiality
hypocrisy
deceitfulness
dishonesty
falseness
disingenuousness
Definitions
- The quality of being pretentious, or having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or superiority
- * An exaggerated or unwarranted claim to importance, distinction, or superiority
Usage Examples
- The artist's pretentiousness was evident in the overly complex and inaccessible nature of his work
- * The professor's lecturing style was marred by pretentiousness, using overly technical language to impress his students
Antonyms
humility
modesty
simplicity
unpretentiousness
sincerity
genuineness
authenticity
honesty
straightforwardness
directness
frankness
openness
down-to-earthness
lack of pretension
naturalness
spontaneity
informality