swaggering

[ swag-er-ing ]

adjective

1. pertaining to, characteristic of, or behaving in the manner of a person who swaggers.

Other Words From

• swagger·ing·ly adverb
• un·swagger·ing adjective
• un·swagger·ing·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of swaggering¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; swagger + -ing ²

Example Sentences

It is a stalwart presence, a swaggering presence, a saving presence.

From Los Angeles Times

The LP that spawned those anthems, the swaggering and belligerent Definitely Maybe, became the fastest-selling debut in UK history when it was released on 29 August.

From BBC

The reason for his mirth becomes apparent when we round a bend and see three peacocks swaggering around next to an old stone farmhouse.

From BBC

To play a swaggering Yank like Bucky Egan for “Masters” required countless hours with a dialect coach and maintaining his accent through most of the shoot.

From Los Angeles Times

Speak like Bad Bunny: Teachers say more students want to learn Puerto Rican Spanish, a slick, swaggering version of the language, just like their favorite musicians from the island.

From New York Times

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