Definition of bluster

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  • bluster is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • bluster is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
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Definition of bluster

  • a swaggering show of courage (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bravado
  • vain and empty boasting (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. braggadocio
    2. rhodomontade
    3. rodomontade
  • show off (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. blow
    2. boast
    3. brag
    4. gas
    5. gasconade
    6. shoot a line
    7. swash
    8. tout
    9. vaunt
  • act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. swagger
    2. swash
  • a violent gusty wind (noun)
  • blow hard; be gusty, as of wind (verb)

    Examples

    1. A southeaster blustered onshore
    2. The flames blustered
  • noisy confusion and turbulence (noun)

    Examples

    1. he was awakened by the bluster of their preparations

See definition of bluster in Merriam Webster