Definition & Meaning of "humblebrag"in English

Humblebrag

NOUN

a statement that seems modest or self-critical but is intended to highlight something impressive

Slang

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Compound

Countable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

humblebrags

What does "humblebrag" mean in slang?

The term "humblebrag" refers to a statement that is framed as modest or self-deprecating but is actually meant to highlight an achievement, status, or advantage. The structure combines "humble" and "brag" to describe this disguised form of boasting. It is commonly used in social media and everyday speech to point out indirect or subtle self-promotion that appears humble on the surface.

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