shows off
Displays with swagger
Shows off means to display something proudly or to behave in a way designed to attract attention and admiration.
Someone shows off a new car by driving it past friends, or shows off at a party by dominating conversation with stories of accomplishment.
The behavior often carries a whiff of vanity: Stop showing off and let someone else have a turn.
A showoff is someone who habitually does this.
- flauntDisplay to provoke envy
- boastSpeak with excessive pride
- strutProud, showy gait
- swaggerConfident, boastful manner
- flashyShowy, often tastelessly so
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De-emphasizes significance of
humble · modest · understates · plays down · keeps a low profile
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Conceals or animal skins
conceals · blends in · keeps a low profile · shrinks back · withdraws
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