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Highfaulutin

Definition: (adjective) Characterized by a pretentious or extravagant style, often in an attempt to appear superior or sophisticated.

Synonyms: pompous, lofty, pretentious, grandiose

Examples:

Example 1:

The highfaulutin speech made by the politician failed to resonate with the working class.

Example 2:

John tried to impress his new colleagues with his highfaulutin vocabulary, but they found him insincere.

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