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blustery

[ˈblʌstəri]
adjective
tempestuoso
1. (of weather) characterized by strong wind; windy and turbulent
The blustery autumn wind knocked down several trees.
O vento tempestuoso do outono derrubou várias árvores.
2. (of a person) tending to talk in a loud, aggressive, or indignant way with little effect; bombastic
The politician's blustery speech failed to impress the audience.
O discurso pomposo do político não impressionou a audiência.
3. characterized by noisy aggressive talk that is usually empty of meaning or effect
His blustery manner masked his insecurity.
Seu modo pomposo encobriam sua insegurança.
NYC Slang
loud-mouthed; all wind
Synonyms
windystormyboisterousbombasticpompousaggressivebullying
Antonyms
calmmildquiethumblemodestgentle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tempestuoso; bombástico
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
tempestuoso; arrogante
Often used to describe aggressive behavior
Portugal
tempestuoso; fanfarrão
Fanfarrão emphasizes the boastful aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

full of hot air
blow hot and cold
a lot of noise for nothing
much ado about nothing
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