What is another word for pretentiously?
Pronunciation:
[ pɹɪtˈɛnʃəsli], [ pɹɪtˈɛnʃəsli], [ p_ɹ_ɪ_t_ˈɛ_n_ʃ_ə_s_l_i]
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Synonyms for Pretentiously:
adv
• Other relevant words: (adverb)adv.
• all (adverb) • egotistically (adverb) • ostentatiously (adverb) • pretentiously (adverb)Other synonyms:
• Other relevant words (noun):- gaudily,
- affectedly,
- prosperously,
- proudly,
- ambitiously,
- presumptuously,
- luxuriously,
- conspicuously,
- brazenly,
- stiltedly,
- superciliously,
- grandly,
- affected,
- preposterously,
- snobbishly,
- vainly,
- shoddily,
- unnaturally,
- exaggeratedly,
- bumptiously,
- pretentious,
- grandiosely,
- assumingly,
- pragmatically,
- comfortably,
- preciously,
- big,
- snootily,
- extravagantly,
- opulently,
- uppishly,
- pompously,
- tastelessly,
- sumptuously,
- flamboyantly,
- well.
How to use "Pretentiously" in context?
Pretentiously is a word that means pretending to be something that you're not. In this case, it means pretending to be something that you're not good at. Pretentious people are often judgmental and self-righteous. They see themselves as better than others and feel that they need to show off their intelligence and skills. This often leads to them making foolish decisions.
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