Flounciest: meaning, definitions and examples

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flounciest

 

[ ˈflaʊnsiest ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

most fancy

Flounciest refers to the most elaborate or ostentatiously decorated. It is often used to describe something that stands out due to excessive embellishments, flair, or showiness. This term can apply to clothing, styles, or other artistic expressions that exhibit an extravagant nature. The usage implies a judgment about the excessiveness or flamboyance of the subject.

Synonyms

extravagant, fancy, ornate, showy

Examples of usage

  • She wore the flounciest dress at the party.
  • His flounciest speech earned him a lot of attention.
  • I think the flounciest car attracted more looks than any other.
  • That was the flounciest hairstyle I've ever seen.

Translations

Translations of the word "flounciest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais extravagante

🇮🇳 सबसे भव्य

🇩🇪 am extravagantesten

🇮🇩 paling mewah

🇺🇦 найвишуканіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej ekstrawagancki

🇯🇵 最も派手な

🇫🇷 le plus extravagant

🇪🇸 el más ostentoso

🇹🇷 en gösterişli

🇰🇷 가장 호화로운

🇸🇦 الأكثر فخامة

🇨🇿 nejextravagantnější

🇸🇰 najextravagantnejší

🇨🇳 最奢华的

🇸🇮 najbolj razkošen

🇮🇸 fínasta

🇰🇿 ең сәнді

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მახუნებული

🇦🇿 ən möhtəşəm

🇲🇽 el más ostentoso

Etymology

The term 'flounciest' is derived from the word 'flouncy', which is a descriptor for something that is extravagant and showy, frequently used in the context of fashion and art. The root verb 'flounce' originally indicated a lively or skipping style of movement, often reflecting a sense of flair. This word has its origins in the early 19th century and highlights a specific cultural appreciation for dramatic presentation. As language evolved, the term adopted a more specific implication regarding appearance, often suggestive of affection or derision depending on context. The superlative form 'flounciest' compiles aspects of style, movement, and art into an expression that critiques or praises the ostentation associated with such forms.