ostentation in French

ostentation in French is ostentation, spectacle — ostentation means ambitious display; vain show; display intended to excite admiration or applause.

ostentation in French

ostentation

noun

Ambitious display; vain show; display intended to excite admiration or applause.

spectacle

noun

(obsolete) A show or spectacle.

What does "ostentation" mean?

noun Ambitious display; vain show; display intended to excite admiration or applause.
noun A group of peafowl.
noun A show or spectacle.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ostentation" in French?

"ostentation" in French is ostentation, spectacle. ostentation means: Ambitious display; vain show; display intended to excite admiration or applause.

Are there other ways to say "ostentation" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "ostentation": ostentation, spectacle.

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