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bluster

The correct spelling is bluster.

How to pronounce bluster

/ˈblʌs.tə/
noun

IPA: /ˈblʌs.tə/

Say it like: Blu-ste-r

The correct spelling is bluster. Pompous, officious talk. For example: "When confronted by opposition his reaction was to bluster, which often cowed the meek."

Usage Examples

When confronted by opposition his reaction was to bluster, which often cowed the meek.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Pompous, officious talk.
  2. 2.A gust of wind.
  3. 3.Fitful noise and violence.

verb

  1. 1.To speak or protest loudly.
  2. 2.To act or speak in an unduly threatening manner.
  3. 3.To blow in strong or sudden gusts.

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