Definition of bluster

blusterverb

ảm đạm

/ˈblʌstə(r)//ˈblʌstər/

The word "bluster" has its roots in Old English and Middle English. The term originally referred to a type of wind or storm that was harsh and turbulent. By the 14th century, "bluster" expanded to mean to breathe or blow strongly, like a strong gust of wind. In the 16th century, the meaning shifted to describe someone who spoke or behaved in a loud, boastful, or aggressive manner, much like the turbulence of the original wind. This sense of bluster as loud and boastful speech was likely influenced by the idea of a stormy wind making a loud and intimidating noise. Today, "bluster" is commonly used to describe someone who talks or behaves in a loud, arrogant, or aggressive way, often without substance or backing their claims.

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to talk in an aggressive or threatening way, but with little effect

nói chuyện một cách hung hăng hoặc đe dọa, nhưng ít có tác dụng

Example:
  • ‘I don't know what you're talking about,’ he blustered.

    “Tôi không biết bạn đang nói về cái gì,” anh ta đỏ mặt.

  • a blustering bully

    một kẻ bắt nạt đỏ mặt

to blow violently

thổi dữ dội

Example:
  • Outside the wind was blustering.

    Bên ngoài gió thổi ào ào.

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