flaunt
/flɑːnt/verb
To show something off proudly so that others notice it and admire or envy you.
Example sentences
- “He flaunted his new sports car around the neighborhood.”
- “She likes to flaunt her designer bags on social media.”
- “Tourists flaunting expensive watches attracted pickpockets.”
Often confused with 'flout', which means to openly ignore a rule. You flaunt your money but flout the law.
Synonyms for flaunt
Antonyms
Often confused with flaunt
- flaunt vs flout
Related words
flatterTo praise someone too much or insincerely, often to get something from them.flimsyThin, light, or poorly made, so that it breaks or tears easily.flippantNot showing the seriousness or respect that a situation deserves.fickleChanging opinions, loyalties, or interests often and without good reason; not dependable.fiascoA sudden, complete, and often embarrassing failure.forgeTo make an illegal copy of something, such as a signature, document, or money, to deceive people. 