Braggart — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈbra-gərt/ brag·gart

Meaning & Definition of Braggart

Braggart (noun)

  1. a loud arrogant boaster

Word Forms of Braggart

Derived words: braggart (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Braggart

in part from brag:1 + -art, in part borrowed from Middle French bragard "excessively proud," from braguer "to be proud," derivative of brague "liveliness, boastfulness," perhaps from bragues "breeches, leggings" bracket:1

First known use: circa 1577

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Frequently Asked Questions about Braggart

What does "Braggart" mean?

"Braggart" means a loud arrogant boaster. As a noun, it is defined as: a loud arrogant boaster.

Is "Braggart" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Braggart" is a noun.

Is "Braggart" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Braggart" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Braggart"?

"Braggart" is pronounced /ˈbra-gərt/ and divided into syllables as brag·gart.

What is the origin of the word "Braggart"?

"Braggart" comes from in part from brag:1 + -art, in part borrowed from Middle French bragard "excessively proud," from braguer "to be proud," derivative of brague "liveliness, boastfulness," perhaps from bragues "breeches, leggings" bracket:1. First known use: circa 1577.

What CEFR level is "Braggart"?

"Braggart" is a C2-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Braggart" used in?

"Braggart" is commonly used in topics such as Advanced GRE / C2.

What words are derived from "Braggart"?

Words derived from "Braggart" include braggart (adjective).