Bragger: meaning, definitions and examples

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bragger

[ ˈbræɡər ]

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in a conversation

A person who boasts about their achievements or possessions, often irritatingly.

Synonyms

boaster, egotist, show off

Examples of usage

He's such a bragger, always talking about how much money he makes.
Don't be a bragger, nobody likes a show off.

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in a social setting

To talk about one's achievements or possessions in a boastful way.

Synonyms

boast, show off, swagger

Examples of usage

She was bragging about her new car all night.
Stop bragging and just be humble.

Translations

Translations of the word "bragger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fanfarrão

🇮🇳 शेखीबाज़

🇩🇪 Angeber

🇮🇩 pembual

🇺🇦 хвалько

🇵🇱 chwalipięta

🇯🇵 自慢屋 (jiman'ya)

🇫🇷 vantard

🇪🇸 fanfarrón

🇹🇷 öğünç

🇰🇷 자랑쟁이 (jarangjaeng-i)

🇸🇦 مُتَبَاهٍ

🇨🇿 chvástal

🇸🇰 chvastúň

🇨🇳 吹牛者 (chuīniú zhě)

🇸🇮 bahavec

🇮🇸 grobbari

🇰🇿 мақтаншақ

🇬🇪 ტრაბახა (trabakha)

🇦🇿 lovğa

🇲🇽 fanfarrón

Word origin

The word 'bragger' originated from the Old Norse 'bragð', meaning 'a movement' or 'a sudden jerk'. Over time, the word evolved to refer to someone who makes sudden movements in speech to boast about themselves. The negative connotation of the word developed in the 18th century, when it came to be associated with arrogance and self-importance.

See also: brag, braggart, bragging, braggingly, braggy.