Swanked: meaning, definitions and examples
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swanked
[ swæŋkt ]
show off
To swank means to show off or to boast in a way that is intended to impress others. It often involves displaying one's wealth, achievements, or other personal attributes in a conspicuous manner. People who swank may do so to gain admiration or jealousy from peers. It is usually perceived as an arrogant or ostentatious behavior, which can sometimes alienate others.
Synonyms
boast, flaunt, parade, show off.
Examples of usage
- He swanked about his new car to his friends.
- She swanked her designer handbag at the party.
- After winning the award, he couldn’t help but swank around the office.
Translations
Translations of the word "swanked" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exibido
🇮🇳 घमंडी
🇩🇪 angeberisch
🇮🇩 sombong
🇺🇦 вибагливий
🇵🇱 przechwalający się
🇯🇵 見せびらかす
🇫🇷 vantard
🇪🇸 presumido
🇹🇷 gösterişli
🇰🇷 자랑하는
🇸🇦 متفاخر
🇨🇿 přehnaný
🇸🇰 vystatovačný
🇨🇳 炫耀的
🇸🇮 pohvaljen
🇮🇸 hroðra
🇰🇿 мақтаншақ
🇬🇪 გამოწვდილი
🇦🇿 gösterişli
🇲🇽 presumido
Etymology
The term 'swank' originated in the early 19th century, believed to derive from the British slang 'swank', which meant to walk or move ostentatiously or proudly. It was often associated with displaying wealth or style in a way that was meant to attract attention and admiration. Over time, the meaning broadened to denote an overall attitude of boasting or showing off one's possessions or achievements. The verb form, 'swank', began to appear in English literature and colloquial conversations, signifying not just the act of showing off but also the demeanor that accompanies such behavior. The usage of 'swanked' as a past tense form followed suit as it gained popularity. The word has retained its connotation of arrogance and has been referenced in various works of literature and popular culture, illustrating the often negative perception of those who engage in swanking.