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- 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? |
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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. |
related words: |
affected |
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