Definition

A person who speaks or acts in a loud, aggressive, or boastful way, often to intimidate others.

Example

The blusterer at the meeting tried to dominate the conversation with his loud voice.

Conversation

Did you hear that guy at the party last night?

Yeah, he was such a blusterer — always talking loudly about his achievements.

I know, right? It was hard to take him seriously.

Exactly! Sometimes less talk and more action is better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blusterer is formed from "bluster" (originating from Middle English *blustren*, meaning to blow or make a noise) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A blusterer is a person who makes loud, aggressive noises or boasts.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes a lot of noise or boasts loudly — that's what a blusterer does.

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