Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cockily
Adverb
/ˈkɒk.ɪ.li/
Definition
In a cocky manner; with confidence or arrogance.
Examples
- He walked into the room cockily, as if he owned the place.
- She cockily dismissed the criticism without a second thought.
- After winning the match, he smiled cockily at his opponents.
Meaning
The adverb ‘cockily’ describes doing something with an attitude of arrogance or self-assuredness, often suggesting a lack of humility.
Synonyms
- Arrogantly
- Conceitedly
- Smugly
- Haughtily
