flam·boy·ant1 ˌflamˈboi(y)ənt/ adjective 1. (of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness. a flamboyant display of aerobatics synonyms: exuberant, confident, lively, animated, vibrant, vivacious her flamboyant personality antonyms: modest, restrained (especially of clothing) noticeable because brightly colored, highly patterned, or unusual in style. synonyms: colorful, brightly colored, bright, vibrant, vivid; More 2. ARCHITECTURE of or denoting a style of French Gothic architecture marked by wavy flamelike tracery and ornate decoration. synonyms: elaborate, ornate, fancy; More antonyms: simple Origin mid 19th century: from French, literally ‘flaming, blazing,’ present participle of flamboyer, from flambe ‘a flame.’
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