flamboyantly
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a showy, bold, or brightly colorful manner: Characterized by a striking, elaborate, or confident style that attracts attention.
- With extravagant or theatrical flair: In a way that is deliberately eye-catching, elaborate, or ornate.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- She entered the room flamboyantly, her sequined gown sparkling under the lights.
- The actor waved flamboyantly to his adoring fans from the balcony.
- He decorated his office flamboyantly with vibrant paintings and gilded furniture.
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe stylistic excess: Often implies a degree of theatricality or lack of restraint that is part of a personal or artistic statement.
- The musician performed flamboyantly, incorporating dramatic gestures and costume changes into the show.
Variants and Related Words
- Flamboyant (adjective): Showy, bold, and brightly colored; elaborately or excessively ornate.
- He is known for his flamboyant personality and wardrobe.
- Flamboyance (noun): The quality of being flamboyant.
- The flamboyance of the parade was a delight to the spectators.
Synonyms
- Showily: In a showy manner.
- Ostentatiously: In a pretentious or vulgar display meant to impress.
- Flashily: In a bright, attractive, but often tasteless way.
- Theatrically: In a manner resembling drama or performance.
Antonyms
- Modestly: In a humble, unassuming manner.
- Soberly: In a serious, plain, or subdued manner.
- Conservatively: In a cautious, traditional style that avoids excess.
Related Idioms/Phrases
- To make a flamboyant entrance/exit: To enter or leave a place in a very showy, attention-grabbing way.
- The CEO made a flamboyant entrance at the annual gala.
Adverb
- in a fancy colorful manner
- he dresses rather flamboyantly