noun
- the quality of being bumptious; self-assertive or self-important behavior that is annoying or offensive to others
Usage: uncountable; formal
Examples
- His bumptiousness at the meeting alienated many of his colleagues.
- The young executive's bumptiousness made it difficult for others to work with him.
- She was put off by his bumptiousness and refusal to listen to anyone else's ideas.
- The bumptiousness of the new manager created tension in the office.
- His bumptiousness prevented him from recognizing his own limitations.
- The team grew tired of her bumptiousness and constant need to be right.