Braggadocio Meaning in English
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Definition
Braggadocio means boasting or arrogant talk that is meant to impress others, often without real ability or achievements behind it.
Usage & Nuances
'Braggadocio' is formal or literary, rarely used in everyday speech. It describes a showy, arrogant style of boasting, sometimes in a negative or mocking way. Related words: 'boast', 'brag'. Not to be confused with genuine pride.
Example Sentences
His braggadocio annoyed everyone in the room.
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People saw through her braggadocio and didn't believe her stories.
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There was a note of braggadocio in his voice.
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Enough with the braggadocio—just tell us what actually happened.
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His speech was full of braggadocio, but it failed to impress the audience.
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Don’t mistake confidence for braggadocio—he actually knows what he’s talking about.
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