peacockery

/ˌpiːkɔːkˈrɪərē/

Definitions

1. noun

a display of pride or pretentiousness, especially in dress or manner.

“The peacockery of the fashion designer’s runway show left everyone in awe.”

2. noun

a quality of being excessively proud of one’s possessions, achievements, or appearance.

“The peacockery of the millionaire’s mansion was on full display.”

Synonyms

  • haughtiness
  • ostentation
  • pride
  • vanity

Antonyms

  • humility
  • modesty