Sentences

bumptious in a sentence

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📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10

Definition

Bumptious: offensively self-assertive or presumptuous in manner.

Sample Sentences

  1. His bumptious attitude during the meeting alienated many of his colleagues.
  2. She found his bumptious laughter to be more annoying than charming.
  3. Despite his bumptious claims of superiority, he lacked the skills necessary for the job.
  4. The bumptious politician often interrupted others, eager to dominate the conversation.
  5. Her bumptious behavior at the gala drew both admiration and eye-rolls from the guests.
  6. He was well-known for his bumptious style, strutting into rooms with exaggerated confidence.
  7. The bumptious salesman was quick to boast about his achievements, leaving clients skeptical.
  8. Her bumptious attempts to impress the crowd only highlighted her lack of humility.
  9. While some found his bumptious nature entertaining, others preferred a more modest demeanor.
  10. The bumptious remarks he made during the presentation undermined his credibility.