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单词 grandstander
释义

grandstander

noun

grand·​stand·​er ˈgran(d)-ˌstan-dər How to pronounce grandstander (audio)
plural grandstanders
usually disapproving
: one who behaves or performs in a way meant to attract attention and impress onlookers
… is regarded by critics as an inveterate grandstander whose grandiose actions could lead to his excommunication … Richard N. Ostling et al.
In this community that fostered conformity and the work ethic, some considered Campbell flamboyant. Critics said he was a hotdog, a grandstander. Jack Smith
… he was simultaneously applauded by admirers as a hero and reviled by critics as a grandstander. Howard Markel
A brilliant, combative grandstander who clowned in costumes, kissed catfish and crawled through the seal house in Central Park to get publicity … . Robert D. McFadden

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

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