Pronksist

Pronksist is a coined term used to describe a person who promotes or embodies an aesthetic or ideology that prizes ostentation and public display. The word derives from pronk, a Dutch noun meaning ostentation or show, with the agentive suffix -ist.

In use, pronksists are described as favoring visible splendor, ceremonial styling, and elaborate presentation across domains such as fashion, architecture, or public events. The label is common in cultural criticism and social commentary and is typically used descriptively rather than to imply a formal movement.

There is no widely recognized doctrine, organization, or leadership associated with pronksists. Interpretations of the term vary by context; it can be neutral, descriptive, or pejorative, depending on tone and the concerns of the commentator.

See also: ostentation; conspicuous consumption; aesthetics of display; showmanship.