과시욕이 · 과시욕을
urge to show off, desire to flaunt
Example
비싼 차를 산 건 과시욕 때문이었어요.
Buying the expensive car was just about wanting to show off.
Word parts
과 boast+시 show+욕 desire
Literally 'craving to boast and display.'
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과시욕이 · 과시욕을
urge to show off, desire to flaunt
Example
비싼 차를 산 건 과시욕 때문이었어요.
Buying the expensive car was just about wanting to show off.
Word parts
Literally 'craving to boast and display.'
Related words