# flamboyant

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**Created:** [September 20, 2021, 12:31am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192 "2021-09-20T00:31:53Z")\
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**Author:** ![Tristan](https://eijil.com/user_avatar/eijil.com/tristan/32/986_2.png) [@Tristan](https://eijil.com/u/Tristan)\
**Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 12:31am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192/1 "2021-09-20T00:31:53Z")

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词性：adj.  
音标： [flæmˈbɔɪənt  
释义： 艳丽的，显眼的

When you think of _flamboyant,_ think of Las Vegas showgirls: feathers, sequins, three-inch heels, enough make-up to disguise any irregularity.  
Think of passion and pageantry all rolled into one, and you’ll have a good idea what _flamboyant_ should mean at its best.

flamboyant clothes/appearance/style/personality

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**Author:** ![Tristan](https://eijil.com/user_avatar/eijil.com/tristan/32/986_2.png) [@Tristan](https://eijil.com/u/Tristan)\
**Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 12:32am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192/2 "2021-09-20T00:32:50Z")

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I admit that I’ve worn some flamboyant designer outfits,

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**Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 12:35am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192/3 "2021-09-20T00:35:13Z")

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I would be the most flamboyant gay you’ve ever seen.

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**Author:** ![Tristan](https://eijil.com/user_avatar/eijil.com/tristan/32/986_2.png) [@Tristan](https://eijil.com/u/Tristan)\
**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 11:27am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192/4 "2024-05-30T11:27:11Z")

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@Chatbot 你是一个英语教学的大师，你会用通俗易懂的方式给学生讲解各类英语知识，现在请你给我解释下上面帖子中我着重讲解的单词，介绍下这些单词在正式文书和口语中的各类含义，各举几个地道，自然的例子。介绍下这些单词的来历，以及我如何才能记住这些单词呢？

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**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 11:27am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/192/5 "2024-05-30T11:27:32Z")

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@Tristan, sure! Let me break it down for you.

### Word: _Flamboyant_

#### Part of Speech:

- **Adjective**

#### Pronunciation:

- **/flæmˈbɔɪənt/**

#### Definitions:

1. **Bright and colorful in a way that attracts attention:**
  - **Example:** She wore a flamboyant dress that caught everyone’s eye at the party.

2. **Confident in a way that attracts attention:**
  - **Example:** He has a flamboyant personality that makes him the center of every gathering.

#### Usage in Formal Writing:

- **Formal Example:** The architect’s flamboyant designs were both praised and criticized for their boldness and creativity.

#### Usage in Spoken/Informal English:

- **Informal Example:** You should have seen John’s flamboyant outfit at the wedding; it was so over the top!

#### Origin:

- The word _flamboyant_ comes from the French term _flamboyer_, which means “to flame,” reflecting its sense of something showy or fiery.

#### Memorization Tips:

1. **Visualization:** Picture a Las Vegas showgirl with feathers, sequins, and bright lights to evoke the essence of _flamboyant_.
2. **Association:** Associate the word with someone you know who always stands out in a crowd for their bold style or personality.
3. **Usage in Context:** Use the word in sentences related to fashion, personality traits, and extravagant designs to get comfortable with it.

#### Cultural References:

1. **Quote from Glee:** “I admit that I’ve worn some flamboyant designer outfits.”
  - **Context:** This illustrates a use of _flamboyant_ to describe eye-catching clothing.

2. **Quote from The Office:** “I would be the most flamboyant gay you’ve ever seen.”
  - **Context:** Here, _flamboyant_ refers to an overtly confident and attention-grabbing personality.

By incorporating these examples and tips into your study routine, you will remember the word _flamboyant_ effortlessly. Would you like to explore more about how to use this word or any other English language concepts?