swank

/swæŋk/

Definitions

1. verb

to dress or behave in a showy or pretentious manner

“The actor swanked around the red carpet, trying to draw attention to himself.”

2. noun

a stylish or luxurious quality

“The hotel room had a touch of swank, with its marble bathroom and velvet-covered furniture.”

3. noun

a fashionable or elegant person

“The swank young woman walked into the room, turning heads with her designer outfit.”

Synonyms

  • ostentatious
  • pretentious

Antonyms

  • plain
  • unassuming