flamboyance
[/flæmˈbɔɪ.əns/]
nounpl: flamboyances
exuberância; ostentação; extravagância
1. the quality of being strikingly bold, showy, or ostentatious; conspicuous and stylish extravagance
The peacock displayed its feathers with great flamboyance.
O pavão exibiu suas penas com grande exuberância.
2. a tendency to behave or dress in a way that attracts attention; theatrical or dramatic behavior
His flamboyance in fashion made him a recognizable figure in the city.
Sua exuberância na moda o tornou uma figura reconhecível na cidade.
3. elaborate ornamentation or decoration; richness of detail
The building's architecture was marked by flamboyance and intricate details.
A arquitetura do edifício era marcada por exuberância e detalhes intrincados.
In Brazilian culture, flamboyance is particularly celebrated during Carnival, where elaborate costumes, decorations, and theatrical performances are central. The term carries generally positive connotations in fashion, music, and arts. In American contexts, particularly in NYC, flamboyance is often associated with confidence and self-expression, especially within LGBTQ+ communities and entertainment industries, where bold self-presentation is valued and celebrated.
NYC Slang
bling; extra; showing out
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