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Old 03-28-2008, 12:17 AM
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Originally Posted by LiamMcConville View Post
Hey, thanks! I found a great one for you:

pre•ten•tious
\pri-ˈten(t)-shəs\
adjective

1: characterized by pretension: as a: making usually unjustified or excessive claims (as of value or standing)

2: making demands on one's skill, ability, or means : ambitious

Ex: "A veterinary assistant pretentiously pointed out others spelling and grammar errors, while she herself never bothered to become a credentialed doctor.”

See also: Hypocrite
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