Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
name-dropper
Noun
/ˈneɪmˌdrɒpər/
Definition
A person who casually mentions the names of famous people they know or have encountered to impress others.
Examples
- During the meeting, he turned out to be quite a name-dropper, frequently mentioning his friendship with celebrities.
- I find it annoying when someone is a name-dropper, trying to make themselves seem more important.
Meaning
Name-droppers often use the names of well-known individuals in conversation to gain social status or credibility.
Synonyms
- Social climber
- Show-off
- Braggart
