Flamboyance

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Flamboyance

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

flam-BOY-unss  /flamˈbɔɪəns/

Definition

The quality of being very confident, showy, or extravagant in style or manner; conspicuous exuberance.

Plain meaning

Being bold, showy, and extravagant — dressing, behaving, or performing in a way that is conspicuously vivid and colourful.

Register

Neutral to admiring. Sometimes carries a note of mild criticism if excess is implied. Common in fashion, arts, entertainment, and personality description.