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Pretentiousness

Description:

Pretentiousness refers to the act or behavior of showing off an exaggerated sense of importance, talent, or intelligence. It is characterized by an artificial display of sophistication, often to gain admiration or status.

Examples in Sentences:

As a Noun:

1. His constant pretentiousness about his expensive car was annoying to everyone around him.
2. The author's pretentiousness in their writing style made it difficult to connect with the story.
3. I can't stand the pretentiousness of the art world; it seems more about status than true talent.

As an Adjective:

1. Her pretentiousness attitude made it hard for her to make genuine connections with others.
2. The restaurant had a pretentiousness vibe, with their overly extravagant decor and high-priced menu.
3. The critics dismissed the film as pretentiousness, claiming it tried too hard to be profound without substance.

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