Swaggering (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy; "some economists are disdainful of their colleagues in other social disciplines"; "haughty aristocrats"; "his lordly manners were offensive"; "walked with a prideful swagger"; "very sniffy about breaches of etiquette"; "his mother eyed my clothes with a supercilious air"; "a more swaggering mood than usual"- W.L.Shirer.
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All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 2
Flamboyantly adventurous.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The swaggering pirate captain strode into the tavern, his gold earring glinting in the firelight.
- With a swaggering air, the rockstar sauntered onto the stage, his leather pants and sunglasses exuding confidence.
- The swaggering explorer trekked through the jungle, his brightly colored shirt and matching fedora a testament to his fearless spirit.
- The swaggering billionaire entrepreneur strode into the boardroom, his tailored suit and designer watch radiating success.
- The swaggering adventurer rode into town on her motorcycle, her long hair flowing behind her like a banner.