pretentious

• Beschreibt jemanden oder etwas, das wichtiger, klüger oder kultivierter wirken will, als es tatsächlich ist; oft mit einem Anspruch auf Bedeutung oder Stil, der als übertrieben oder aufgesetzt empfunden wird.

Describes someone or something that tries to appear more important, intelligent, or cultured than is actually the case.

1. Attempting to impressB2formal

   Trying to appear more important, intelligent, or cultured than one actually is.

   Angeberisch

   • His pretentious remarks about art annoyed everyone.
   • She wore a pretentious designer dress just to show off.
   • The restaurant's pretentious menu descriptions were laughable.

   Synonymeaffectedartificialconceitedgrandioseostentatiousphonypompousshowy

   Antonymegenuinehumblemodestnaturalsincereunpretentious

2. Showy or ostentatiousB2formal

   Characterized by an exaggerated display of wealth, knowledge, or style.

   Prätentiös

   • The pretentious decor of the mansion was overwhelming.
   • He gave a pretentious speech filled with obscure references.
   • Their pretentious lifestyle was funded by debt.

   Synonymeaffectedconspicuousextravagantflamboyantflashygrandioseostentatiouspompousshowytawdry

   Antonymehumblemodestplainsimpleunassuming