What is another word for peacockery?

Pronunciation: [pˈiːkəkəɹi] (IPA)

Peacockery is a word that refers to ostentatious display or showiness, typically done to draw attention to oneself. Some synonyms for peacockery include flamboyance, pretension, ostentation, pomposity, grandiosity, and showboating. These words describe the act of trying to impress others through extravagant displays of wealth, intelligence, style, or skill. Peacockery can be seen in many areas of life, from fashion and entertainment to business and politics. While it can sometimes be effective in getting attention and generating interest, it can also be seen as shallow and superficial, and may turn people off if not done with tact and authenticity.

What are the hypernyms for Peacockery?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Peacockery

  • Any form of card-case, beyond the most battered and unassuming, is surely an aesthetic and social travesty. To withdraw, say, a silver case from the pocket before removing a card is surely to trumpet a ludicrous gaucheness and maladroit pretension. It is impossible for the intended recipient of the card to view the case as anything other than a misjudged piece of peacockery; unfeasible to avoid a brief inner commentary along the lines of
    Derren Brown

Similar words: peafowl, peacock, peahen, peacock show, peacock mating, peacock picture

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