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Swag: meaning, definitions and examples

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swag

 

[ swรฆษก ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

style, confidence

Swag refers to a sense of style or confidence and can also imply an air of charisma. It is often associated with a person's demeanor and the way they carry themselves. Additionally, swag can refer to promotional items or merchandise given away at events.

Synonyms

coolness, flair, panache, style

Examples of usage

  • He walked into the room with such swag that everyone noticed.
  • The celebrity has a lot of swag, making her a trendsetter.
  • Their new clothing line has some serious swag.
  • The festival gave away swag bags filled with goodies.
Context #2 | Noun

loot, goods

In a different context, swag can refer to goods, often carried by a traveler or thief, and sometimes connoting stolen items. It is also used in some cultures to describe a bundle of items or trade goods.

Synonyms

booty, gear, loot, stuffs

Examples of usage

  • The bandits made off with a sack of swag.
  • He showed off his swag from the market.
  • The treasure hunters discovered ancient swag.
  • After the festival, they packed their swag and headed home.

Translations

Translations of the word "swag" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estilo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅˆเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gaya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะธะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ styl

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚ฟใ‚คใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท style

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estilo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท stil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šคํƒ€์ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุณู„ูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ styl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกtรฝl

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฃŽๆ ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stรญll

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ะธะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒขแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stil

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estilo

Etymology

The term 'swag' has its origins in the early 19th century and is derived from the Scandinavian word 'svagga', which means 'to sway or rock'. Initially, 'swag' was used to describe a bundle or pack carried by travelers, incorporating goods or spoils from various adventures. Over the years, its connotation shifted to embody a greater sense of style and confidence, especially in hip-hop culture, where 'having swag' came to represent a certain poise, charm, and uniqueness in oneโ€™s persona. This evolution reflects the term's adaptability and the ways it has resonated across different contexts and cultures. Today, 'swag' is often associated with fashion and attitude, particularly among youth and in popular culture, but retains its original meaning related to goods and possessions as well.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,706 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.