adverb
- in a manner characterized by loud, boastful, or pretentious speech; bombastically
Usage: informal; often used to describe someone who talks excessively or makes grandiose claims
Examples
- He mouthily declared himself the best player on the team without backing it up with performance.
- She spoke mouthily about her accomplishments, exaggerating every detail.
- The politician mouthily promised changes that everyone knew would never happen.
- He mouthily boasted about his wealth to anyone who would listen.
- The actor mouthily complained about his minor role in the film.