Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

showoff

Noun

ˈʃoʊˌɔf

Definition

A person who behaves in a way to attract attention or admiration, often by displaying their skills or possessions in an exaggerated manner.

Examples

His tendency to be a showoff made him the center of attention at every party.
She was a bit of a showoff during the presentation, flaunting her expertise.
Instead of working quietly, the showoff talked loudly about his accomplishments.

Meaning

Showoff refers to someone who tries to impress others by showing off their abilities or things they own, sometimes to the point of being boastful or annoying.