Braggadocianism

/ˌbrægədoʊʃəˌnɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The practice, habit, or quality of indulging in excessive boasting and vainglorious self-promotion; chronic braggadocio.

Etymology

From 'braggadocio' + '-ism' (indicating a system, practice, or ideology). This word elevates bragging from an occasional behavior to a systematic character trait or cultural pattern.

Kelly Says

Braggadocianism as an '-ism' suggests it's almost a philosophy or lifestyle—which is actually a clever linguistic way of mocking people who make boasting their entire identity!

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