OSTENTATIOUS: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for OSTENTATIOUS?

Need another word that means the same as “ostentatious”? Find 20 synonyms and 30 related words for “ostentatious” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Ostentatious” are: pretentious, showy, conspicuous, obtrusive, flamboyant, gaudy, garish, tinselly, brash, vulgar, loud, extravagant, fancy, ornate, affected, theatrical, actorly, overdone, kitsch, tasteless

Ostentatious as an Adjective

Definitions of "Ostentatious" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “ostentatious” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Tawdry or vulgar.
• Intended to attract notice and impress others.
• Characterized by pretentious or showy display; designed to impress.
• (of a display) tawdry or vulgar.

Synonyms of "Ostentatious" as an adjective (20 Words)

actorly	Characteristic of an actor or actress. He seems to lack the actorly range that the role requires.
affected	Speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression. You might become differently affected towards him.
brash	Having an ostentatious or tasteless appearance. The cafe was a brash new building.
conspicuous	Obvious to the eye or mind. He showed conspicuous bravery.
extravagant	Recklessly wasteful. Extravagant gifts like computer games.
fancy	Sophisticated or expensive in a way that is intended to impress. Fancy clothes.
flamboyant	(of a person or their behaviour) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness. A flamboyant bow tie.
garish	Tastelessly showy. Garish colors.
gaudy	(used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display. A gaudy costume.
kitsch	Considered to be in poor taste but appreciated in an ironic or knowing way. She offers kitsch interpretations of classic British dress including a range of tartan mini kilts.
loud	Used chiefly as a direction or description in music loud with force. There were loud protests from the lumber barons.
obtrusive	Sticking out; protruding. The obtrusive behavior of a spoiled child.
ornate	Marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details. Ornate rhetoric taught out of the rule of Plato.
overdone	Cooked too long but still edible. An overdone show of camaraderie.
pretentious	(of a display) tawdry or vulgar. A pretentious scholarly edition.
showy	(used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display. A cheap showy rhinestone bracelet.
tasteless	Lacking flavour. The vegetables were watery and tasteless.
theatrical	Suited to or characteristic of the stage or theater. One of the most theatrical figures in public life.
tinselly	Glittering with gold or silver.

Usage Examples of "Ostentatious" as an adjective

• An ostentatious sable coat.
• A simple design that is glamorous without being ostentatious.

Associations of "Ostentatious" (30 Words)

abound	Be in a state of movement or action. The room abounded with screaming children.
abundance	The state or condition of having a copious quantity of something; plentifulness. Estimates of the abundance of harp seals.
abundant	Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful. The riverbanks were abundant in beautiful wild plants.
affluence	Abundant wealth. A sign of our growing affluence.
affluent	An affluent person a person who is financially well off. The so called emerging affluents.
bountifulness	The property of copious abundance.
deluxe	Rich and superior in quality. A deluxe hotel.
fertility	The property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth. Anxiety and stress affect fertility in both men and women.
jewellery	Personal ornaments, such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets, that are typically made from or contain jewels and precious metal. A jewellery box.
luxuriant	(of vegetation) rich and profuse in growth; lush. Forests of dark luxuriant foliage.
luxurious	Displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses. The island s most luxurious hotel.
luxuriously	In an indulgently luxurious manner.
luxury	Luxurious or of the nature of a luxury. Luxury goods.
mellowness	A taste (especially of fruit) that is ripe and of full flavor. The cheap wine had no body no mellowness.
opulent	Wealthy. The opulent comfort of a limousine.
ornate	Elaborately or highly decorated. Peculiarly ornate and metaphorical language.
plenitude	The condition of being full or complete. The plenitude of the Pope s powers.
plenteous	Plentiful. A plenteous grape harvest.
plentiful	Producing in abundance. A plentiful year.
plentitude	A full supply.
plenty	Used to emphasize the degree of something. I ve had plenty thanks.
profusion	An abundance or large quantity of something. A rich profusion of flowers.
prosper	Make steady progress; be at the high point in one’s career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance. The state hopes to prosper from free trade with the United States.
prosperity	The state of being prosperous. A long period of peace and prosperity.
rich	Marked by richness and fullness of flavor. Her father is extremely rich.
riches	Material wealth. The riches of the world s waters.
richness	The quality of having high intrinsic value. The richness of the mines and pastureland.
substantially	To a great or significant extent. The price went up substantially.
sumptuous	Rich and superior in quality. The banquet was a sumptuous luxurious meal.
wealth	Well-being. Great wealth is not a sign of great intelligence.