Blusterous

/ˈblʌstərəs/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by or given to blustering; full of bluster.

Etymology

Bluster + -ous (adjective suffix). The -ous ending comes from Latin and creates adjectives meaning 'full of' or 'characterized by.'

Kelly Says

The -ous suffix is from Latin and dominates scientific and formal adjectives (dangerous, numerous, cancerous), while -y is Germanic and more casual (dusty, funny).

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