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la-di-da

la-di-da (la-de-da)

 
pronunciation:
la di da
parts of speech:
interjection, adjective
part of speech: interjection
definition: an expression of derision at affectation or pretentiousness.
Well, la-di-da! Am I holding my wine glass correctly now?
 
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: (informal) affected in behavior; pretentious.
I get so tired of his old prep school friends and their la-di-da attitude.
definition 2: characteristic of the wealthy in lavishness; extravagant.
Of course, with all their money, they could afford a big, la-di-da wedding reception.