Pretentious, perhaps Crossword Clue

 Yes, there are several words that can be used to describe someone who is pretentious, perhaps in a crossword puzzle. Here are some of them:

Arrogant - Having or showing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

Affected - Deliberately trying to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

Boastful - Talking about one's own achievements or possessions in a way that is intended to impress others.

Conceited - Having an exaggerated opinion of one's own importance or abilities.

Egotistical - Having or showing an excessive interest in oneself and one's own importance.

Pompous - Characterized by exaggerated importance or self-importance.

Snobby - Having or showing an attitude of superiority, especially toward those one considers to be inferior.

Smug - Self-satisfied and complacent in a way that is often irritating to others.

Uppity - Having or showing an unjustifiably high opinion of oneself.

The best word to use in a crossword puzzle will depend on the specific clue and the other words in the puzzle. However, any of the words above would be a good choice.

I hope this helps!