adverb
- in a manner showing excessive pride, confidence, or boldness; arrogantly or boastfully
Usage: informal; often used to describe behavior or speech that displays overconfidence
Examples
- He chestily announced that he would win the competition without any doubt.
- She walked chestily into the room, acting as though she owned the place.
- The young athlete spoke chestily about his abilities, ignoring his opponents.
- He chestily declared himself the best player on the team.
- She smiled chestily, convinced of her inevitable success.