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Ostentatious

adjective/os-ten-tay-shuhs/

characterised by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

The ostentatious wealth of the mansion was evident in every golden detail.

Same 'show' root as ostensible — ostentatious things are a show-off's showcase.

Criticises showing off: ostentatious display or wealth; harsher than 'fancy'.