Swagger (Verb)
Meaning 1
Discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner.
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
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Meaning 3
To walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others; "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The basketball player swaggered down the court after sinking a three-pointer.
- She swaggers through the office like she owns the place, often intimidating her coworkers.
- After getting the promotion, he swaggered into the meeting room like a king.
- The confident model swaggers down the catwalk, flaunting her latest designer outfit.
- With newfound fame, the young musician started to swagger around town, drawing attention wherever he went.