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arty

art·y

arty

 
pronunciation:
ar ti
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Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
inflections: artier, artiest
definition: (informal) displaying an affected or ostentatious artistic manner or interest.
I can't stand him when he's with his arty friends.
synonyms:
highbrow
similar words:
affected, artsy-craftsy, precious, pretentious
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derivation: artiness (n.)