Meaning & Definition of Swagger in English
English⟶
Swagger
/swægər/
noun
1. An itinerant australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work
synonym:
- swagman,
- swagger,
- swaggie
2. A proud stiff pompous gait
synonym:
- strut,
- prance,
- swagger
verb
1. To walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
- "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house"
synonym:
- tittup,
- swagger,
- ruffle,
- prance,
- strut,
- sashay,
- cock
2. Discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner
- Intimidate
synonym:
- browbeat,
- bully,
- swagger
3. Act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
synonym:
- swagger,
- bluster,
- swash
adjective
1. (british informal) very chic
- "Groovy clothes"
synonym:
- groovy,
- swagger