fustianist

/fʌsˈtiænɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is given to fustian; a pretentious or insincerely boastful person.

“The self-proclaimed expert turned out to be a fustianist, exaggerating his accomplishments.”

Synonyms

  • boaster
  • braggart

Antonyms

  • humility
  • modesty