Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

figjam

Noun

/ˈfɪdʒˌdʒæm/

Definition

A slang term used to describe someone who is self-satisfied or self-important, often without justification.

Examples

After he boasted about his promotion at the party, everyone realized he was just a bit of a figjam.
Don’t be such a figjam; nobody likes a show-off!
She always acts like a figjam, flaunting her accomplishments even when they’re not that impressive.

Meaning

The term is commonly used in Australian English to describe a person who believes they are better than they actually are or who shows off their achievements unnecessarily.