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blowhard

/'blouhɑ:d/
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Word: Blowhard

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A "blowhard" is a person who talks a lot about themselves and their achievements, often in a way that is boastful or exaggerated. They tend to show off and brag, which can be annoying to others.

Usage Instructions:
  • You can use "blowhard" to describe someone who talks excessively about their own skills or successes, especially when it feels over-the-top or insincere.
  • It's often used in informal contexts, so it might not be suitable for formal writing.
Example Sentences:
  1. "Ever since he got that promotion, he has been such a blowhard about his work."
  2. "I find it hard to listen to that blowhard at parties; he just goes on and on about his travels."
Advanced Usage:
  • The term "blowhard" often carries a negative connotation, implying that the person is not only boastful but also lacks genuine substance in what they say.
  • It can also be used in a more playful or humorous context, depending on the tone of the conversation.
Word Variants:
  • There are no direct variants of "blowhard," but you might hear related terms like "blow" (to boast) and "hard" (intense or excessive).
Different Meanings:
  • While "blowhard" primarily refers to a boastful person, the word "blow" can have other meanings, such as to move air (like the wind) or to hit something with force.
Synonyms:
  • Boaster
  • Braggart
  • Windbag
  • Show-off
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "blowhard," but you might encounter phrases like "talk a big game," which means to boast about one's abilities or plans without necessarily being able to back them up.
Summary:

A "blowhard" is someone who brags a lot and talks excessively about their own achievements.

Noun
  1. a very boastful and talkative person

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