adverb
- in a way that is designed to impress or attract notice; showily
Examples
- She ostentatiously displayed her expensive jewelry at the party.
- He ostentatiously checked his gold watch during the meeting.
- The mansion was ostentatiously decorated with marble and crystal.
- She ostentatiously name-dropped celebrities throughout the conversation.
- The restaurant ostentatiously served tiny portions on oversized plates.
- He ostentatiously tipped the waiter in front of everyone.