show-off
a person given to pretentious display.
the act of showing off.
Origin of show-off
1- Also showoff .
Other words for show-off
Other words from show-off
- show-offish, adjective
Words Nearby show-off
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How to use show-off in a sentence
Even his theater-buff costars thought he was “right on the money” and “absolutely not a show-off,” despite his celebrity status.
Does he then hang out a profession that is not true to the kernel of things, but only a show-off for impression's sake?
Studies of Christianity | James MartineauHowever, he—unlike Delgado—was not a show-off; he did not seem to want to be the center of attention.
Warren Commission (8 of 26): Hearings Vol. VIII (of 15) | The President's Commission on the Assassination of President KennedyIf I didn't know Patience, I should almost think this was like a boasting letter—what we should call a bit of show-off.
Jimmy Quixote | Tom GallonThey lipsynch the soundtrack, cadge souvenirs and pester you with smarmy, show-off questions.
Down and Out in the Magic Kingdom | Cory Doctorow
Du Roy muttered: "Here's a fine show-off for you," and shrugged his shoulders, his heart contracted by jealousy.
The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Vol. 6 | Guy de Maupassant
British Dictionary definitions for show off
(tr) to exhibit or display so as to invite admiration
(intr) informal to behave in such a manner as to make an impression
informal a person who makes a vain display of himself
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Other Idioms and Phrases with show-off
Display in an ostentatious, conspicuous way; also, seek attention by displaying one's accomplishments, abilities, or possessions. For example, I'm wearing shorts to show off my Florida tan, or Karen loved showing off her new baby to her friends, or There's no need to show off, Fred; we all know you're a good dancer. [Early 1800s]
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