What does SWANK mean?

**Parts of Speech:** Swank is a verb and a noun. **Definitions:** - As a verb, swank means to show off or boast in an excessively proud or self-satisfied way. - As a noun, swank refers to stylish confidence, elegance, or ostentatious display. **Pronunciations:** - US: /swæŋk/ - UK: /swaŋk/ **Origin and Usage:** The word "swank" has its origins in the late 18th century, from the Scottish word "swankie" meaning "a conceited person." Its usage has evolved over time to refer to showing off or boasting in an excessively proud or self-satisfied way. As a noun, it refers to stylish confidence, elegance, or ostentatious display. **Synonyms:** - Verb: brag, boast, strut, flaunt, show off - Noun: style, elegance, ostentation, display **Related Words:** - Skank, flank, plank, crank, blank **Example Sentences:** - Verb: She swanked about her new car, telling everyone how much she paid for it. - Noun: The party was full of swank and glamour, with everyone dressed in their finest clothes.