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swagger vs act

act vs swagger

swagger and act both are nouns.

swagger is an adjective but act is not an adjective.

swagger and act both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
swagger Yes Yes Yes No
act Yes No Yes No
As verbs, act is a hypernym of swagger; that is, act is a word with a broader meaning than swagger:
  • swagger: act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
  • act: behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
Other hypernyms of swagger include acquit, bear, behave, carry, comport, conduct, deport, do.
swagger (noun) act (noun)
a proud stiff pompous gait something that people do or cause to happen
an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a manifestation of insincerity
swagger (adjective) act (adjective)
(British informal) very chic
swagger (verb) act (verb)
act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others discharge one's duties
play a role or part
perform on a stage or theater
behave unnaturally or affectedly
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
be suitable for theatrical performance
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