What does flaunting mean?
Flaunting means present participle and gerund of flaunt.
Flaunting
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of flaunt.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of flaunt
- That flaunts; showy or gaudy.
- The act by which something is flaunted.
Example Sentences
He was much over-dressed, in a gaudy vest of many colors, a blue neckerchief, bedropped gayly with yellow spots, and arranged with a flaunting tie, quite in keeping with the general air of the man.
Their bearing, which was simply the bearing of commonplace individuals going about their business in the assurance of perfect safety, was offensive to me like the outrageous flauntings of folly in the face of a danger it is unable to comprehend […]
Synonyms for flaunting
Antonyms for flaunting
Related Words
Word Forms
- more flaunting
- most flaunting
- flauntings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for flaunting?
Common synonyms include flaunt.
What is the opposite of flaunting?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use flaunting in a sentence?
He was much over-dressed, in a gaudy vest of many colors, a blue neckerchief, bedropped gayly with yellow spots, and arranged with a flaunting tie, quite in keeping with the general air of the man.
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