flaunt
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /flɔnt/
KK: /flɔnt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To show off or display something in a way that attracts attention.
Example
She likes to flaunt her new dress at parties.
Tense Forms
Past: flaunted
Past Participle: flaunted
Conversation
Did you see how she flaunted her new dress at the party?
Yeah, it was hard to miss! She really knows how to catch attention.
I wish I could flaunt my style like that without feeling shy.
You should! Confidence makes all the difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
display
exhibit
showcase
Antonyms
hide
conceal
suppress
transitive verb
Definition
To show something off in a way that is meant to attract attention or admiration, often in a proud or boastful manner.
Example
She likes to flaunt her new dress at parties.
Tense Forms
Past: flaunted
Past Participle: flaunted
Conversation
Did you see how she flaunts her new purse every time we hang out?
Yeah, it’s like she wants everyone to notice it!
I mean, it’s nice, but does she really need to flaunt it so much?
Root Explanation
Flaunt originates from the Middle English 'flaunten', meaning to boast or to show off, which is likely derived from the Old Norse 'flanta', meaning to flutter or to flaunt. The word describes the act of showing something off in a bold or ostentatious manner.
Memory Tip
Think of someone 'fluttering' or 'showing off' their possessions or qualities — that's why flaunt means to display something proudly.
Visually Confused Words
aflaunt
fluent
lunt
laun
lant
funt
flatulent
flat