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1. pretentious

adjective. ['priːˈtɛnʃəs'] making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction.

Etymology

  • pretentious (English)
  • prétentieux (French)
  • prétention (French)

2. pretentious

adjective. ['priːˈtɛnʃəs'] intended to attract notice and impress others.

Etymology

  • pretentious (English)
  • prétentieux (French)
  • prétention (French)

3. pretentious

adjective. ['priːˈtɛnʃəs'] (of a display) tawdry or vulgar.

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Etymology

  • pretentious (English)
  • prétentieux (French)
  • prétention (French)
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