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grandstander

UK
/ˈɡrændˌstændə/
US
/ˈɡrændˌstændər/

Translations

grandstandernoun
grandstanders
pl
UK
/ˈɡrændˌstændə/
US
/ˈɡrændˌstændər/
frimeurPersonne qui cherche à attirer l’attention par des attitudes tape-à-l’œil ou ostentatoires.
The politician was accused of being a grandstander when he made a dramatic speech that seemed more about gaining attention than addressing the issue.
Le politicien a été accusé d’être un frimeur lorsqu’il a prononcé un discours théâtral qui semblait viser davantage à attirer l’attention qu’à traiter le problème.
Additional translations
poseurRegistre courant; désigne quelqu’un qui se donne en spectacle pour impressionner.
cabotinSurtout pour une personne qui joue la comédie ou cherche à se faire remarquer, notamment dans un contexte de spectacle.
Synonyms
show-off
attention-seeker
performer
exhibitionist
flamboyant person

Definitions

grandstandernoun
A person who seeks attention or applause by making an ostentatious display, often in a public setting.
The politician was accused of being a grandstander when he made a dramatic speech that seemed more about gaining attention than addressing the issue.
A performer, athlete, or public figure who engages in flashy or attention-seeking behavior to impress an audience rather than to achieve substantive goals.
The coach benched the grandstander who kept attempting risky trick shots just to excite the crowd.
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