flaunt

[flɔːnt]

flaunt Definition

  • 1display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy or admiration or to show defiance
  • 2to parade oneself or one's possessions without shame or modesty

Using flaunt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flaunt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She flaunted her engagement ring to her friends.

  • Example

    He flaunted his wealth by driving a fancy car.

  • Example

    The celebrity flaunted her new hairstyle on social media.

  • Example

    He was flaunting his new watch in front of his colleagues.

flaunt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flaunt

Antonyms for flaunt

Idioms Using flaunt

  • to openly disregard or disobey the law

    Example

    He was arrested for flaunting the law and driving under the influence.

  • to show off one's accomplishments or status

    Example

    She likes to flaunt her feathers by talking about her high-paying job and expensive car.

  • flaunt one's colors

    to display one's loyalty or affiliation, especially in a public way

    Example

    The fans were flaunting their colors and cheering for their team.

Phrases with flaunt

  • to show off one's own body or appearance in a way that is considered vulgar or inappropriate

    Example

    She was criticized for flaunting herself in revealing clothing.

  • flaunt it if you've got it

    if you have something desirable, you should show it off

    Example

    She's not afraid to flaunt it if she's got it.

  • flaunt one's stuff

    to show off one's skills or abilities

    Example

    He loves to flaunt his stuff on the basketball court.

Origins of flaunt

from Old French 'flaunter', meaning 'to show off'

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Summary: flaunt in Brief

The verb 'flaunt' [flɔːnt] means to display something ostentatiously, often to provoke envy or admiration, or to show defiance. It can refer to showing off one's possessions, appearance, or skills, as in 'She flaunted her engagement ring to her friends.' 'Flaunt' also has idiomatic uses, such as 'flaunt the law,' meaning to openly disobey it, and 'flaunt one's feathers,' meaning to show off one's accomplishments or status.