Cockiness example sentences

cockiness

definition

  - noun form of cocky

cock·y

adjective

cocky (adjective) · cockier (comparative adjective) · cockiest (superlative adjective)

  - conceited or arrogant, especially in a bold or impudent way:

Synonyms

cocky, arrogant, conceited, overconfident, overweening, cocksure, smug, haughty, supercilious, disdainful, lofty, patronizing, proud, vain, vainglorious, egotistical, presumptuous, lordly, pompous, blustering, boastful, brash, opinionated, bold, forward, insolent, uppish, hubristic, modest, diffident

"Cockiness" Example Sentences

1. His cockiness was both endearing and irritating.
2. The cockiness in his voice grated on my nerves.
3. She masked her insecurity with a veneer of cockiness.
4. There was a certain charm to his youthful cockiness.
5. His unexpected success only fueled his cockiness.
6. I found his blatant cockiness off-putting.
7. Her cockiness, though excessive, was strangely effective.
8. Such cockiness is unbecoming of a leader.
9. The team's cockiness proved to be their downfall.
10. He exuded an air of quiet cockiness.
11. Despite his cockiness, he was surprisingly insecure.
12. His cockiness bordered on arrogance.
13. Underneath the cockiness, a vulnerability lurked.
14. A touch of cockiness can be advantageous in negotiations.
15. His performance was impressive, but his cockiness overshadowed it.
16. The cockiness of youth often fades with experience.
17. She possessed a disarming cockiness that won people over.
18. His cockiness was a defense mechanism.
19. The interview revealed his underlying cockiness.
20. Her cockiness was a carefully constructed facade.
21. I couldn't help but admire her effortless cockiness.
22. His cockiness ultimately led to his downfall.
23. It was his cockiness, not his skill, that impressed me.
24. With a smirk, he displayed his characteristic cockiness.
25. His cockiness is a symptom of his overconfidence.
26. She carried herself with a certain level of cockiness.
27. The team's cockiness was palpable.
28. His cockiness was a mask for his self-doubt.
29. He tried to hide his nervousness with cockiness.
30. Overcoming his cockiness was a major step in his personal growth.
31. Despite the setback, his cockiness remained undeterred.
32. His cockiness was infectious.
33. The air crackled with his cockiness.
34. Her cockiness was endearing, not obnoxious.
35. His cockiness sometimes went too far.
36. It's important to differentiate between confidence and cockiness.
37. A little cockiness can be a good thing.
38. His cockiness was a major factor in his success.
39. Too much cockiness can be a detriment.
40. His overwhelming cockiness alienated many people.
41. The interviewee’s cockiness was immediately apparent.
42. There was a subtle note of cockiness in his laughter.
43. His cockiness seemed to grow with each victory.
44. She projected an aura of cockiness and self-assuredness.
45. His cockiness was a source of both amusement and frustration.
46. Many found his extreme cockiness quite repulsive.
47. He toned down his cockiness after the incident.
48. The team's cockiness was a clear sign of their arrogance.
49. With a touch of cockiness, he accepted the award.
50. The coach attempted to curb the team's excessive cockiness.

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