noun

braggart

BRA-gaht

Braggart (noun) means a person who boasts constantly about themselves. Example: “Nobody wanted to sit next to the braggart at the reunion.”

noun

A person who boasts constantly about themselves.

"Nobody wanted to sit next to the braggart at the reunion."

"He turned out to be a braggart with little to actually show for his claims."

How to use braggart

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who brags a lot — a boastful, self-promoting person.

Common pairings

insufferable braggart a bit of a braggart

Word forms

more braggart comparative, braggarts plural, most braggart superlative

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Etymology

From Middle French bragard ("bragging, showy, vain"), from braguer ("to boast").

Origin: Middle French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “braggart” mean?

The word “braggart” means a person who boasts constantly about themselves. In plain terms, someone who brags a lot — a boastful, self-promoting person.

How do you pronounce “braggart”?

“Braggart” is pronounced BRA-gaht (/ˈbɹæɡɚt/ in IPA).

How do you use “braggart” in a sentence?

Here is “braggart” used in a sentence: “Nobody wanted to sit next to the braggart at the reunion.”

What part of speech is “braggart”?

“Braggart” is a noun.

Where does the word “braggart” come from?

The word “braggart” comes from Middle French. From Middle French bragard ("bragging, showy, vain"), from braguer ("to boast").

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