pretentiously
(adverb) in a pretentious manner; “this author writes pretentiously”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
pretentiously (comparative more pretentiously, superlative most pretentiously)
In a manner with unwarranted claim to importance or distinction.
Ostentatiously; in a manner intended to impress others.
In a manner demanding of skill or daring.
Source: Wiktionary
Pre*ten"tious, a. Etym: [Cf. F. prétentieux. See Pretend.]
Definition: Full of pretension; disposed to lay claim to more than is one's; presuming; assuming.
– Pre*ten"tious*ly, adv.
– Pre*ten"tious*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
21 September 2024
(noun) acting according to certain accepted standards; “their financial statements are in conformity with generally accepted accounting practices”
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