jumped-up

American

[juhmpt-uhp] / ˈdʒʌmptˈʌp /

adjective

Chiefly British.

having recently gained prominence or fame and appearing arrogant.

jumped-up British

adjective

informal suddenly risen in significance, esp when appearing arrogant

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Etymology

Origin of jumped-up

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

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At times, Liverpool executed the press well, with their front three blocking PSG's makeshift back three - before Frimpong jumped up to press whichever home player had rotated to the left side of defence.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Diane Bass, one of Hipolito’s attorneys, jumped up and clasped her hands in gratitude toward the jury.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

I have to think about gas prices since they've jumped up.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

"I'm so grateful to be honored and to be with those who are the giants that I jumped up on their shoulders and they carried me."

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

They had yelled, jumped up and down, and even thrown rocks at it.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

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