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Definitions for pretentiously
pre·ten·tious·ly
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word pretentiously.
Princeton's WordNet
pretentiouslyadverb
in a pretentious manner
"this author writes pretentiously"
Wiktionary
pretentiouslyadverb
In a manner with unwarranted claim to importance or distinction.
pretentiouslyadverb
Ostentatiously; in a manner intended to impress others.
pretentiouslyadverb
In a manner demanding of skill or daring.
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pretentiously
Pretentiously is an adverb that describes an action performed in a way that is intended to impress others by appearing more important, educated, or cultured than it really is. It suggests a behavior that is showy, ostentatious or deliberately exaggerated, often without the substance or authenticity to back it up.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of pretentiously in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of pretentiously in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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