CEFR B2

show-off

noun

Meaning

A person who acts in a way intended to attract attention to their abilities or possessions.

Stop being such a show-off and just play the game normally.
The new employee is a bit of a show-off, constantly bragging about his past projects.

Synonyms: braggart, boaster, peacock

noun

Pronunciation: ˈʃoʊˌɔːf

A person who acts in a way intended to attract attention to their abilities or possessions.

Stop being such a show-off and just play the game normally.
The new employee is a bit of a show-off, constantly bragging about his past projects.
She didn't mean to be a show-off, but she was genuinely excited to demonstrate her new skills.

show off (phrasal verb): to display one's abilities to gain attention — "He loves to show off his new car to everyone."
be a show-off (collocation): to have the personality trait of seeking attention — "She is such a show-off at parties."

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