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ostentation

Pronunciación: [ˌɔː.stənˈteɪ.ʃən]

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Cómo usar ostentation en una oración: 2 significados y 6 ejemplos con audio.

Contexto: «behavior»

(noun) showing off or being very extra to make others notice you. It's like when someone wears fancy clothes just to impress others, rather than just to feel good.

Ejemplo

She enjoyed the party without any ostentation; her fun was simple and genuine.

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His ostentation made others feel uncomfortable because it seemed like he was bragging.

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Why do some people think ostentation is unnecessary?

Contexto: «wealth»

(noun) spending a lot of money in a way that shows off how rich someone is. Imagine a person buying a super fancy car just to show others they can afford it.

Ejemplo

The ostentation of the mansion was evident, with gold accents and expensive art everywhere.

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The modest home stood in stark contrast to the ostentation of the neighboring house.

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Do you think ostentation is a good way to show success?

Cómo se pronuncia ostentation

Pronunciación: [ˌɔː.stənˈteɪ.ʃən]

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