douchebag
10 synonyms for douchebag, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An obnoxious, arrogant, or unpleasant person (slang).
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From douche plus bag; the insult sense developed in the mid-20th century.
Full origin of douchebag →Frequently asked questions
What does “douchebag” mean?
The word “douchebag” means an obnoxious, arrogant, or unpleasant person (slang). In plain terms, a crude slang insult for someone acting arrogant or obnoxious.
How do you pronounce “douchebag”?
“Douchebag” is pronounced DOOSH-bag (/ˈduːʃˌbæɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “douchebag” in a sentence?
Here is “douchebag” used in a sentence: “He acted like a total douchebag at the meeting.”
What part of speech is “douchebag”?
“Douchebag” is a noun.
Where does the word “douchebag” come from?
The word “douchebag” dates back to around 1900. From douche plus bag; the insult sense developed in the mid-20th century.
How many meanings does “douchebag” have?
“Douchebag” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an obnoxious, arrogant, or unpleasant person (slang).
