Flamboyancy: meaning, definitions and examples
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flamboyancy
[ flæmˈbɔɪənsi ]
style
Flamboyancy refers to the quality of being flamboyant, which is characterized by a showy, exuberant, or ostentatious manner. It often conveys a sense of confidence and an exuberant personality that seeks to attract attention. This term can be used in various contexts, such as fashion, performance, and behavior. People who exhibit flamboyancy may do so through distinctive clothing choices or expressive behavior, often making them stand out in a crowd.
Synonyms
flair, garishness, ostentation, showiness, theatricality
Examples of usage
- His flamboyancy was evident in his colorful outfits.
- She performed with such flamboyancy that the audience was captivated.
- The flamboyancy of the dancers added energy to the event.
Translations
Translations of the word "flamboyancy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exuberância
🇮🇳 आकर्षण
🇩🇪 Extravaganz
🇮🇩 kemewahan
🇺🇦 яскравість
🇵🇱 ekstrawagancja
🇯🇵 華やかさ
🇫🇷 flamboyance
🇪🇸 exuberancia
🇹🇷 gösteriş
🇰🇷 화려함
🇸🇦 بذخ
🇨🇿 okázalost
🇸🇰 extravagančnosť
🇨🇳 华丽
🇸🇮 ekstravaganca
🇮🇸 glæsileiki
🇰🇿 әсемдік
🇬🇪 გამორჩეულობა
🇦🇿 möhtəşəmlik
🇲🇽 exuberancia
Etymology
The word 'flamboyancy' originates from the French word 'flamboyant,' which means 'flame-like' and is derived from 'flamboyer,' meaning 'to flame' or 'to glow.' First used in the English language in the late 19th century, 'flamboyant' was initially employed to describe a style of Gothic architecture that featured intricate, flame-like patterns. Over time, the term evolved to describe individuals or styles that are vividly colorful and ostentatious. By the 20th century, 'flamboyancy' took on more emphatic connotations, often referring to persons who embrace colorful expressions of personal identity, particularly in fashion and performance art.