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Blowhard - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A blowhard is a person who talks too much in a loud, boastful, or arrogant way, often exaggerating their own importance or knowledge. They tend to dominate conversations with self-centered remarks.

blowhard

/ˈbloʊˌhɑrd/ /ˈbləʊˌhɑːd/

Definition:

A boastful, self-important person who talks loudly but lacks substance.

Synonyms:

braggart, windbag, loudmouth, boaster

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

humble person, modest individual

Common Collocations:

arrogant blowhard, political blowhard, typical blowhard, annoying blowhard

Derivatives:

blowhards (plural), blowhardism (rare)

Usage Tips:

Use "blowhard" to describe someone who brags excessively but has little to back it up.

Common Phrases:

full of hot air, all talk and no action, big mouth

Etymology:

Originated in 19th-century America from "blow" (to boast) + "hard" (intensely).

Examples:

  • 1. He’s such a blowhard—always bragging about his achievements.
  • 2. The politician was dismissed as a blowhard by critics.
  • 3. Don’t be a blowhard; let your actions speak for you.
  • 4. She ignored the blowhard at the party who wouldn’t stop talking.

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