
Pretentious
Overstated Knowledge
Pretentious implies someone exaggerates their understanding or importance, often in specialized areas.
His pretentious talk on quantum physics irritated all the actual scientists in the room.
Cultural Awareness
In art and literature discussions, being called pretentious suggests a lack of authenticity or genuine understanding.
The critic's pretentious analysis was completely missing the artist's true message.
Negative Tone
The term 'pretentious' often carries a negative judgment, implying disapproval of someone's attitude.
People avoided him at parties due to his pretentious demeanor.
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ArrogantGrandioseInsincereOstentatiousPompousPretendSelf-importantShowy
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