os·ten·ta·tion 
/ˌɑ:stənˈteɪʃən/ noun
/ˌɑ:stənˈteɪʃən/ noun [noncount] disapproving : an unnecessary display of wealth, knowledge, etc., that is done to attract attention, admiration, or envy
▪ The actress avoids ostentation. She owns a small house and drives an inexpensive car. ▪ She dressed stylishly without ostentation. [=she dressed in a way that was simple yet attractive] ▪ He writes simply and clearly and without ostentation.
▪ The actress avoids ostentation. She owns a small house and drives an inexpensive car. ▪ She dressed stylishly without ostentation. [=she dressed in a way that was simple yet attractive] ▪ He writes simply and clearly and without ostentation.
