Pronunciation: /haɪˈfəluːtɪn/
noun a person who uses pretentious language or behavior
A1 I don't understand all this highfalutin language in the fancy restaurant menu.
A2 The highfalutin attitude of the new manager is starting to annoy the staff.
B1 The politician's highfalutin promises are not convincing the voters.
B2 The professor's highfalutin lectures were difficult to follow but very informative.
C1 Her highfalutin demeanor at the gala event made her stand out among the guests.
C2 The author's highfalutin writing style may be intimidating to some readers, but it is praised for its depth and complexity.
adjective pompous or pretentious in speech, style, or manner
A1 The highfalutin language used in the academic article was difficult for me to understand.
A2 The highfalutin restaurant menu had words I had never heard before.
B1 The highfalutin speech by the politician impressed the audience with its sophisticated vocabulary.
B2 The highfalutin art exhibit showcased avant-garde pieces that challenged traditional notions of beauty.
C1 The highfalutin literary critic dismissed the popular novel as lacking in depth and complexity.
C2 The highfalutin society event was attended by the city's elite, who engaged in intellectual discussions about art and culture.
formal The professor's highfalutin language was difficult for the students to understand.
informal I can't stand his highfalutin attitude, always acting like he's better than everyone else.
slang She's always talking in that highfalutin way, like she's too good for us.
figurative His highfalutin ideas about success are not practical in the real world.
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