Flamboyantly: meaning, definitions and examples
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flamboyantly
[ flæmˈbɔɪəntlɪ ]
behaving in a showy and extravagant manner
In a flamboyantly way, he entered the room wearing a bright pink suit and a top hat, drawing everyone's attention.
Synonyms
extravagantly, ostentatiously, showily.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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flamboyantly |
Used to describe actions or appearances that are very noticeable, colorful, and attention-grabbing. Often implies a certain level of drama or theatricality.
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showily |
Used to describe something done in a flashy or vulgar manner to attract attention. Usually carries a negative tone, suggesting a lack of subtlety or taste.
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extravagantly |
Refers to spending money or using resources in a lavish, excessive, and often wasteful way. It can also describe anything done with extreme luxury or abundance.
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ostentatiously |
Describes behavior intended to attract notice and impress others. Often has a negative connotation, implying that someone is showy or pretentious.
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Examples of usage
- She danced flamboyantly across the stage, captivating the audience with her energetic performance.
- He spoke flamboyantly, using grand gestures and dramatic pauses to emphasize his point.
Translations
Translations of the word "flamboyantly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 extravagantemente
🇮🇳 भड़कीले तरीके से
🇩🇪 auffällig
🇮🇩 dengan mencolok
🇺🇦 пишно
🇵🇱 krzykliwie
🇯🇵 華やかに
🇫🇷 de manière flamboyante
🇪🇸 llamativamente
🇹🇷 gösterişli bir şekilde
🇰🇷 화려하게
🇸🇦 بشكل صارخ
🇨🇿 okázale
🇸🇰 okázalo
🇨🇳 华丽地
🇸🇮 razkošno
🇮🇸 áberandi
🇰🇿 айқын
🇬🇪 მოყვარული
🇦🇿 göstərişli şəkildə
🇲🇽 llamativamente
Etymology
The word 'flamboyantly' is derived from the French word 'flamboyant' which means 'flaming' or 'flame-colored'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 19th century. The use of 'flamboyantly' to describe someone who behaves in a showy and extravagant manner became popular in the early 20th century.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,330, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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