pretension
nounAn attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.
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An attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsCompetent and skilled in a particular activity.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsExceptional skill or ability in a particular activity.
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