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swagger vs wheedle

wheedle vs swagger

swagger is a noun but wheedle is not a noun.

swagger is an adjective but wheedle is not an adjective.

swagger and wheedle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
swagger Yes Yes Yes No
wheedle No No Yes No
As verbs, wheedle is a hypernym of swagger; that is, wheedle is a word with a broader meaning than swagger:
  • swagger: discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate
  • wheedle: influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
Other hypernyms of swagger include blarney, cajole, coax, inveigle, palaver, sweet-talk.
swagger (noun) wheedle (noun)
a proud stiff pompous gait
an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work
swagger (adjective) wheedle (adjective)
(British informal) very chic
swagger (verb) wheedle (verb)
act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
Difference between swagger and wheedle

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