Slang words are words that are not in the dictionary.
The Yiddish word for pretentious is "feygelekh."
The old man was a very pretentious fellow.
Yes- they are forms of the same word. Pretentious is the adjective version of the noun pretention-- both are forms of the verb, pretend which means to act as if something is true even if it is not -- to play make believe.
To get pretentious
The word sesquipedalian means to use large words. Another word is verbose. Someone who uses unfamiliar words could be called pretentious.
Using complex vocabulary or obscure references excessively can come across as pretentious. Additionally, using overly formal language in casual settings or exaggerating one's knowledge to impress others can also be seen as pretentious.
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Pleased, pleasing, valiant, impressive, content, dignified, arrogant, self-important, egotistic. pompous, pretentious, vain...
A person who uses big words incorrectly could be described as pretentious or as having a poor command of language.
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