Flauntingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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flauntingly
[ flɔːn.tɪŋ.li ]
displaying behavior
Flauntingly means in a manner that openly displays something ostentatiously or arrogantly. It often implies showing off or seeking attention, especially to provoke admiration or jealousy.
Synonyms
brazenly, ostentatiously, proudly, showily.
Examples of usage
- She strutted down the street flauntingly, drawing all eyes toward her.
- He spoke flauntingly about his accomplishments, making others feel insignificant.
- The celebrity flaunted her wealth flauntingly, showcasing her designer outfit.
- They danced flauntingly at the party, wanting everyone to notice their moves.
Translations
Translations of the word "flauntingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ostentatoriamente
🇮🇳 दिखावा करते हुए
🇩🇪 zur Schau stellend
🇮🇩 dengan mencolok
🇺🇦 показно
🇵🇱 ostentacyjnie
🇯🇵 見せびらかして
🇫🇷 de manière ostentatoire
🇪🇸 ostentosamente
🇹🇷 gösterişli bir şekilde
🇰🇷 과시적으로
🇸🇦 بصورة متبجحة
🇨🇿 nápadně
🇸🇰 nápadne
🇨🇳 炫耀地
🇸🇮 odkrito
🇮🇸 glaðlega
🇰🇿 көрсету арқылы
🇬🇪 გამოჩენით
🇦🇿 göstərişlə
🇲🇽 ostentosamente
Etymology
The word 'flauntingly' is derived from the verb 'flaunt', which has origins tracing back to the mid-16th century. It is believed to come from a dialectal variation of 'flant' meaning to flap, flutter, or to display. Initially, the term was used to describe the action of displaying something in a brazen way. 'Flaunt' captures the essence of ostentation, where one showcases their attributes—be it wealth, talent, or fashion—in a conspicuous manner. The '-ingly' suffix is a common English adverbial ending that transforms the action of flaunting into a descriptive term for how that action is performed. Over the years, 'flauntingly' has come to imply not just the act but the attitude behind it, suggesting a brash or unreserved display meant to attract attention or evoke envy.