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cockiness Definition and Meaning in English (cockiness definition)

noun
Synonyms:arroganceconceitoverconfidence
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Cockiness definition: The state or quality of being arrogantly self-confident or presumptuous, often in an annoying way.

Definitions of Cockiness

  1. 1noun

    The state or quality of being arrogantly self-confident or presumptuous, often in an annoying way.

Example Sentences

“His cockiness often rubbed people the wrong way.”

“Despite his talent, his cockiness made him unpopular.”

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Antonyms

humilitymodestydiffidence

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adjectivecocky
adverbcockily

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Cockiness definition: The state or quality of being arrogantly self-confident or presumptuous, often in an annoying way.
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'Cockiness' translates to 'cockiness' in English. Cockiness definition: The state or quality of being arrogantly self-confident or presumptuous, often in an annoying way.
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