Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
popinjay
noun
/ˈpɒp.ɪn.dʒeɪ/
Definition
A person who is vain or conceited, often showing off their dress or behavior.
Examples
- He strutted around like a popinjay, drawing attention to his flashy clothes.
- Everyone saw her as a popinjay, always flaunting her latest fashion trends.
Meaning
Popinjay refers to someone who is excessively proud of their appearance or who is overly talkative or confident, often in a superficial way.
Synonyms
- Fop
- Dandy
- Show-off
- Peacock