showboating
/ˈʃoʊˌboʊtɪŋ/
noun
- Behavior that is intended to attract attention or impress others, often by showing off skills or abilities in an exaggerated way.
- The CEO criticized the marketing team's showboating, saying they should focus on facts instead of hype.
- The player's constant showboating annoyed his teammates, even though he scored the winning goal.
- Her presentation was full of flashy graphics and showboating, but it lacked real substance.
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adjective
- Done in a flashy or exaggerated way to attract attention or impress others.
- His showboating style of dancing drew cheers from the crowd but criticism from the judges.
- The chef's showboating technique of flipping pancakes high in the air entertained the diners.
- She gave a showboating wave to the cameras as she walked down the red carpet.