Air of pretentiousness In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "air of pretentiousness", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Kathy Cao calendar 2021-03-28 05:03

Meaning of Air of pretentiousness

Air of pretentiousness phrase

Someone makes an attempt to seem more important, more intelligent, or of a higher class than you really are, usually through their manner, affectation, appearance, or behavior.

Although my brother has won so many mathematical awards, he has no air of pretentiousness about him.

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