Ostentate (Verb)
Meaning
Display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously; "he showed off his new sports car".
Classification
Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
Examples
- She ostentated her wealth by flaunting her expensive jewelry and designer clothes.
- The politician ostentated his philanthropic efforts to gain more votes.
- He ostentated his knowledge of literature by using overly complex terms in casual conversations.
- The new company ostentated its success by hosting a lavish party for its employees and clients.
- She began to ostentate her talents by taking the lead role in every school play and performance.