Cocky (adjective)

Having or showing an excessive self-confidence or self-assurance; arrogant.

Origin:

Cocky is believed to be derived from the word cock, meaning a male bird, as well as the word cock, meaning to swagger or show off. it first appeared in the english language in the late 19th century.

Examples:

  1. He walked into the room with a cocky swagger.
  2. She was so cocky that she thought she could win the race without even training.
  3. The way he talked was so cocky that I was sure he would fail.
  4. He was so cocky that he didn't even bother to prepare for the exam.
  5. She had a cocky attitude and thought she was better than everyone else.
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