Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swank

verb; noun
/swæŋk/
Definition
To show off or boast in a stylish or ostentatious manner.
Examples
  • He always likes to swank about his new car.
  • During the gala, she swankily walked down the red carpet.
  • There was a certain swank to the way he dressed that turned heads.
Meaning
Swank refers to the display of elegance and sophistication, often related to one’s lifestyle or possessions, implying a sense of pride and confidence.
Synonyms
  • show off
  • prance
  • flaunt
  • strut