adaunt

/əˈdɔːnt, ˈædɔːnt/

Definitions

1. verb

to increase in intensity or degree, especially to an excessive or immoderate extent

“The band’s performance adaunted the crowd’s expectations.”

2. verb

to become more arrogant or overconfident

“After winning the award, he adaunted and started to behave recklessly.”

3. noun

a feeling of becoming more confident or arrogant

“Her adaunt over the weekend has made her more assertive.”

Synonyms

  • aggravate
  • exacerbate
  • intensify

Antonyms

  • decrease
  • deteriorate