coxcomb

/ˈkɒkskʌm/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is excessively proud or arrogant, especially one who is self-important and annoyingly pretentious.

“His coxcomb attitude at the meeting annoyed everyone.”

2. noun

The comb-like crest on top of a cockerel’s head.

“The rooster’s coxcomb was brightly coloured.”

Synonyms

  • ass
  • boastful person
  • prig

Antonyms

  • humble person
  • modest person