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blowhard

/bloh-hahrd/US // ˈbloʊˌhɑrd //UK // (ˈbləʊˌhɑːd) informal //

吹牛大王,吹毛求疵,吹牛人,吹嘘者

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    Slang.

    • : an exceptionally boastful and talkative person.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • I love that we took this guy who was trying to be a blowhard but got into his head and showed the other side.

  • But even today, 35 years after his death, Wayne the reactionary blowhard remains a familiar figure.

  • That makes her more likable than many blowhard hosts but also allows the program to drift when a guest is dull.

  • On the other hand, Lawson did find high-ranking military sources who knew the man, though they tended to regard him as a blowhard.

  • But that is Donald Trump: exceptional reality TV star, frustrating blowhard, and possible candidate for the American presidency.

  • I'll keep him agin fifty-'leven o' that old snortin' rebel and Copperhead Blowhard Billings.

  • But Old Rock Jaw, in more of a blowhard mood even than usual, couldn't let well enough alone.

  • Not that I believe in the braggart and blowhard, but a chap must have nerve to put himself ahead if he wants to keep in the game.

  • Look at de bloke a-jollying Jinnie, an' de Blowhard a-starvin'.

  • "You're welcome to your opinion, old Blowhard," responded Lemon.