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pretentiously

[/prɪˈtenʃəsli/]
adverb
pretensiosamente
1. In a manner that attempts to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, or knowledge than is actually possessed
He spoke pretentiously about art, using terms he didn't fully understand.
Ele falava pretensiosamente sobre arte, usando termos que não compreendia totalmente.
2. In an ostentatious or showy manner; with affected superiority
She dressed pretentiously for the casual dinner party.
Ela se vestiu pretensiosamente para a reunião casual de jantar.
NYC Slang
bougie (when referring to affected superiority or ostentatious behavior)
Synonyms
affectedlypompouslyostentatiouslyarrogantlyself-importantlypresumptuously
Antonyms
modestlyhumblyunpretentiouslynaturallysincerely

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pretensiosamente
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
pretensiosamente
Standard usage in Portugal; may also use 'de forma afetada'

Related Idioms & Phrases

put on airs
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
play the big shot
give oneself airs
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