pretentiously

Adverb

In a manner that attempts to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

ریشه

From the adjective 'pretentious' + the suffix '-ly'.

مثال

• He spoke pretentiously about his travels, exaggerating his experiences.
• She dressed pretentiously, wearing expensive clothes to show off her wealth.
• The artist talked pretentiously about his work, using complex and obscure language.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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