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jumped-up
ˌjumped-ˈup /ˌdʒʌmptˈʌp/ adjective [before noun] UK INFORMAL DISAPPROVING
► F0 describes someone who behaves as if they are very important in their job or position, especially because they used to be in a much lower position: » He's just a jumped-up office boy (= he was once only an office boy) .Thesaurus+: ↑Showing arrogance and conceit , ↑Confidence and self-assurance , ↑Boasting |