Cocky
/ˈkɒki/noun
Overconfident or conceited in a way that is often irritating.
Did you know?Originally, 'cocky' was used to describe a man who strutted around like a proud rooster, embodying a sense of arrogance and bravado.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
cokke
“A male bird, especially a rooster, symbolizing pride.”
Early Modern English
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cocky
“Conceited, characterized by a proud, arrogant demeanor.”
19th Century
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cockiness
“The quality of being cocky, marked by excessive confidence.”
Modern English
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cocky
“Contemporary usage referring to overconfidence or arrogance.”