Swellheaded: meaning, definitions and examples
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swellheaded
[ ˈswɛlˌhɛdɪd ]
negative attitude
Swellheaded refers to someone who is conceited or has an inflated sense of their own importance. This term is often used to describe people who are excessively proud or arrogant about their achievements or abilities. Such individuals often fail to recognize the contributions of others or the fellowship involved in their success. The word can carry a negative connotation, suggesting that the person's self-image is undeserved. In social contexts, a swellheaded attitude can alienate friends and colleagues.
Synonyms
arrogant, conceited, haughty, proud, vainglorious.
Examples of usage
- He's become so swellheaded since his promotion.
- Her swellheaded behavior alienated many of her friends.
- It's hard to work with someone who is so swellheaded.
- Don't let your accomplishments make you swellheaded.
Translations
Translations of the word "swellheaded" in other languages:
🇵🇹 presunçoso
🇮🇳 घमंडी
🇩🇪 eingebildet
🇮🇩 sombong
🇺🇦 зарозумілий
🇵🇱 zarozumiały
🇯🇵 うぬぼれた
🇫🇷 prétentieux
🇪🇸 presumido
🇹🇷 kibirli
🇰🇷 자만하는
🇸🇦 مغرور
🇨🇿 domýšlivý
🇸🇰 namyslený
🇨🇳 自负的
🇸🇮 napuhjen
🇮🇸 yfirlætinn
🇰🇿 мақтаншақ
🇬🇪 გაყალბებული
🇦🇿 özünü bəyənən
🇲🇽 presumido
Etymology
The term 'swellheaded' originates from the combination of 'swell,' meaning to expand or increase, and 'headed,' a suffix indicating a state of being. 'Swell' itself has roots in Old English 'sweollan,' which means to swell, grow, or inflate. Historically, the term has evolved to describe the notion of one's head or ego swelling due to an exaggerated sense of importance or self-worth. The adjective became more widely used in the English language in the early 20th century as societal norms surrounding humility and pride began to shift, reflecting changing attitudes towards individualism and personal accomplishment. The negative connotation of 'swellheaded' serves as a caution against arrogance and self-importance, emphasizing the value of humility and the recognition of one’s limitations.