Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

big-head

noun
/ˈbɪɡ hɛd/
Definition
A person who has an inflated sense of their own importance or ability.
Examples
  • Despite his talent, he became a bit of a big-head after winning the award.
  • She was warned not to let her accomplishments turn her into a big-head.
Meaning
The term ‘big-head’ refers to someone who is conceited or overly confident about their skills or intelligence, often to the point of arrogance.
Synonyms
  • conceited
  • arrogant
  • boastful
  • self-important