Humblebrag
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhʌmbl̩ˌbɹæɡ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Humblebrag is a noun meaning (informal, slang) An ostensibly self-deprecating statement made to show off.
Meaning
(informal, slang) An ostensibly self-deprecating statement made to show off.
More Meanings
- (informal, slang, transitive, intransitive) To make such a statement.
Example Sentences
Ditch the humblebrag. Live with sincerity beneath the shadow of God.
The Four Seasons even humblebragged about its failure to accommodate Buffett’s special request on its Facebook page.
I am as guilty as the next wannabe Overachieving Mom when it comes to the humblebrag Christmas letter. I can’t help it. It’s in my genes.
You're the king/queen of the humblebrag on your best days, but you really need to remember your strengths and talents on your worst days to shake off your impostor syndrome and remember the badass you are.
Word Forms
- humblebrags
- humblebragging
- humblebragged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bragging, boasting, braggartry, swagger, brag, bragfest.
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