Bumptious

usgb/ˈbʌmpʃəs/
adjective

Someone who is annoyingly confident and thinks they are superior to others.

He is so bumptious that he thinks he can do better than everyone else at work.
Visual representation of "bumptious" - Someone who is annoyingly confident and thinks they are superior to others.

Often appears as...

  • bumptious attitude
  • bumptious individual

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

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Negative Tone

Bumptious has a negative connotation; used to describe off-putting confidence.

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His bumptious tone during the meeting turned his colleagues off.
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Not Complimentary

Avoid using 'bumptious' for someone you wish to compliment; it implies arrogance.

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Calling her bumptious after her presentation can be perceived as an insult.
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Personal Interactions

Use 'bumptious' to critique social behavior, not professional skills or knowledge.

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His bumptious manner at social events often leads to awkward situations.
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