flaunting

Meanings

• verb

  Show off (something) in an extravagant or conspicuous manner, typically to attract attention.

• verb

  Display (something) in an ostentatious or arrogant manner, typically to provoke admiration or jealousy.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with flaunting
flaunt , haunt , want , tant , pant

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Variants

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flaunt , flaunted , flauntier , flauntiest , flaunting , flauntingly , flaunts , flaunty

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Forms

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flaunts, flaunting, flaunted

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'displaying flags', from Old French flaunter 'to wave, brandish'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that in the early 20th century, 'flaunting' was used to describe the act of wearing bright colors and flashy clothing in public?

2. Flaunting one's wealth or possessions can sometimes lead to negative consequences, such as envy or even violence.

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Related Concepts

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1. Showing off: A behavior where individuals exhibit their possessions, skills, or achievements to gain admiration or attention.

2. Vanity: Excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.

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Culture

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Flaunting has been used in various forms of art and literature to depict arrogance, vanity, and rebellion. In fashion, flaunting one's wealth or body is a common practice.

How to Memorize "flaunting"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize someone wearing expensive clothes and accessories, displaying them proudly in public.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'flaunting' with the idea of arrogance or vanity.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Flaunt Like a Peacock' to remember the meaning.

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