adjective
- characterized by exaggerated, showy, or ostentatious movements or behavior; given to flouncing
- (of clothing, especially a skirt or dress) having flounces; decorated with ruffles or gathered fabric
Usage: informal; often used to describe a person's manner or style
Usage: descriptive of garment design
Examples
- She made a flouncy exit from the room, swishing her skirt dramatically.
- The flouncy dress had layers of ruffles along the hem.
- His flouncy manner of speaking annoyed his colleagues.
- The dancer's flouncy movements were perfect for the comedic role.
- She wore a flouncy ball gown to the formal event.
- He gave a flouncy wave as he left the stage.