Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fanfaron
noun
/ˈfæn.fə.rɒn/
Definition
A person who boasts or brags, particularly in an empty or exaggerated manner.
Examples
- He acted like a fanfaron at the party, boasting about his supposed adventures.
- Despite his fanfaron demeanor, few believed his extravagant stories.
Meaning
A fanfaron is often someone who talks loudly and proudly about their achievements but may not have much substance to back it up.
Synonyms
- boaster
- braggart
- swaggerer
- blusterer
