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Braggadocio: meaning, definitions and examples

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braggadocio

 

[ ˌbræɡ.əˈdoʊ.tʃi.oʊ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

self-promotion

Braggadocio refers to the act of boastfulness or bragging about one's own achievements or qualities. It is often characterized by exaggerated claims and a lack of humility. While it can be seen as a way to gain attention or admiration, excessive braggadocio can lead to negative perceptions and may alienate others. The term is frequently used in discussions about personality traits, particularly in competitive environments.

Synonyms

arrogance, boastfulness, self-aggrandizement, vainglory

Examples of usage

  • His constant braggadocio turned people off.
  • In the world of hip-hop, braggadocio is a common theme.
  • She showcased her braggadocio during the presentation.

Translations

Translations of the word "braggadocio" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ostentação

🇮🇳 बड़ाई

🇩🇪 Angeberrei

🇮🇩 sombong

🇺🇦 похваляння

🇵🇱 przechwałki

🇯🇵 自慢

🇫🇷 fanfaronnade

🇪🇸 fanfarrias

🇹🇷 övünme

🇰🇷 허세

🇸🇦 تباهة

🇨🇿 chvástání

🇸🇰 chválenie

🇨🇳 吹嘘

🇸🇮 bahanje

🇮🇸 hróka

🇰🇿 мақтану

🇬🇪 გიჟური bragging

🇦🇿 özünü tərifləmə

🇲🇽 presumir

Etymology

The word 'braggadocio' originated in the early 17th century, derived from a character named Braggadocchio in Christopher Marlowe's play 'Hero and Leander.' This character was known for his outrageous boasting and pretentious behavior. The term quickly evolved to encompass the general concept of boastful or arrogant behavior. It became popular in English literature and speech as a colorful way to describe individuals who excessively promote their own importance. Over the centuries, braggadocio has been used in various contexts, from literary critiques to everyday conversations, highlighting the ongoing fascination with human self-promotion and the thin line between confidence and arrogance.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,840, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.