Showoff: meaning, definitions and examples
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showoff
[ ˈʃoʊˌɔf ]
behavior display
A showoff is a person who tries to attract attention to themselves by exhibiting their skills, possessions, or achievements in a ostentatious or boastful manner. This behavior is often perceived negatively as it may come off as arrogant or excessive. Showoffs may seek validation from others through their displays and often engage in competitive behavior to maintain their status. The term can also refer more broadly to anyone who seeks to impress others by flaunting their attributes.
Synonyms
boaster, braggart, owl, peacock.
Examples of usage
- He's such a showoff when he plays basketball.
- She was a showoff during the talent show, showcasing her singing skills.
- Don't be a showoff at the gym; just focus on your own workout.
Translations
Translations of the word "showoff" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exibicionista
🇮🇳 दिखावा करने वाला
🇩🇪 Prahlerei
🇮🇩 pamer
🇺🇦 хвастун
🇵🇱 chwalipięta
🇯🇵 見せびらかし
🇫🇷 frimeur
🇪🇸 presumido
🇹🇷 gösteriş
🇰🇷 자랑꾼
🇸🇦 مُتَبَاهٍ
🇨🇿 vychloubal
🇸🇰 chvastúň
🇨🇳 炫耀
🇸🇮 pokaževalec
🇮🇸 sýningamaður
🇰🇿 көрсету
🇬🇪 ჩვენება
🇦🇿 göstəriş
🇲🇽 presumido
Etymology
The word 'showoff' is a compound noun that combines 'show' and 'off'. The word 'show' originates from Old English 'sceōwian', meaning to present or display. Its usage has evolved over the centuries to denote not just visual display, but also demonstrations of skill or talent. The term 'off' implies a sense of emphasizing or highlighting something, often in a boastful manner. 'Showoff' began to emerge in English vernacular around the mid-20th century, primarily to describe individuals who are overly keen on demonstrating their abilities or wealth, often leading to social disapproval. The connotation of the term has remained largely negative, capturing the essence of vanity and self-aggrandizement.