noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
ostentation; showiness; affectation
Refers to superficial decoration or behavior meant to impress others, often with a negative connotation of being insincere or hollow.
彼の話は虚飾が多くて信用できない。
His story is full of embellishments and can't be trusted.
虚飾のない生き方をしたい。
I want to live a life free from pretense.