humblebrag



humblebrag

1. noun A seemingly modest statement that ultimately highlights one's accomplishments or status. A: "He literally said, 'Oh, my job isn't that important—I'm only a cardiothoracic surgeon.'" B: "Geez, nice humblebrag."
2. verb To make such a statement. Please stop humblebragging about how you're only ranked third in the state.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Yates[jeits]
TillTILGerman
Alvarez[əl'va:hrez]
Methodiusmə-THO-dee-əs (English)Ancient Greek (Latinized)
January['dʒænjuəri]
Drew[dru:]