hifalutin

/ˌhaɪfəˈluːtən/

Definitions

1. adjective

proudly or excessively showy or affected in manner or style

“The hifalutin celebrity’s outfit was more about style than substance.”

2. noun

a person who behaves in an excessively showy or affected manner

“The hifalutin hipster was a bit too much for the party.”

Synonyms

  • affected
  • ostentatious
  • pretentious

Antonyms

  • unassuming
  • unpretentious