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Blowhard

Description:

A blowhard is someone who frequently boasts or brags about their own achievements, talents, or abilities in an exaggerated or excessive manner. It refers to a person who tends to talk loudly and confidently without providing substantial evidence to support their claims.

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Examples:

Sense: Noun - Boastful Person

1. John is such a blowhard. He never stops talking about how amazing he is at everything, but rarely delivers on his promises.

2. The blowhard at the party was going on and on about their fabulous vacations and expensive possessions, making everyone uncomfortable.

Sense: Noun - Talkative and Conceited Person

1. Sarah couldn't stand being around the office blowhard who monopolized every conversation with stories of their success.

2. The blowhard in the theater was disturbing the other audience members with their loud commentary throughout the movie.

Sense: Adjective - Characteristic of a Boastful Person

1. His blowhard attitude only served to alienate people and made it difficult for him to form solid relationships.

2. The blowhard claims that he invented the most innovative product of the century, despite no evidence supporting his assertion.

Sense: Verb - Engage in Boastful Talk

1. He constantly blowhards about his achievements, but when asked for details, he falls short of providing any evidence.

2. The politician tried to blowhard his way through the interview, making grand promises without any realistic plans.