1. characteristic of or resembling a coxcomb; vain, conceited, or foolishly showy in behavior or appearance
Usage: formal or literary; often used to describe someone's behavior or manner as absurdly self-important

Examples

• His coxcombic manner and constant boasting made him unpopular among his peers.
• The actor's coxcombic gestures on stage seemed more ridiculous than dramatic.
• She dismissed his coxcombic attempts to impress her with expensive clothes and jewelry.
• The villain's coxcombic pride ultimately led to his downfall in the novel.
• His coxcombic obsession with his appearance was the subject of much mockery.