display arrogance
[dɪˈspleɪ ˈærəɡəns]
verb phrase
demonstrar arrogância
1. to show or exhibit a sense of superiority and excessive pride in an overt manner
He displayed arrogance when he refused to listen to anyone else's opinions.
Ele demonstrou arrogância ao recusar ouvir as opiniões de outras pessoas.
2. to behave in a way that reveals one's belief in one's own superiority or importance
The CEO displayed arrogance by ignoring the concerns of her employees.
A CEO demonstrou arrogância ao ignorar as preocupações de seus funcionários.
In Brazilian culture, displaying arrogance is generally viewed negatively and is associated with 'falta de humildade' (lack of humility). It's considered disrespectful in both professional and social contexts. The phrase 'demonstrar arrogância' carries strong social disapproval. In the United States, particularly in NYC, similar behavior might be described as 'flexing' or 'showing out,' reflecting different cultural attitudes toward self-promotion.
NYC Slang
acting brand new, flexing, showing out, being bougie
Related Idioms & Phrases
put on airs
get too big for one's britches
act like one owns the place
throw one's weight around
wear one's heart on one's sleeve (in a negative context)
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