Meaning Of The Word Jumped-up

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What's The Definition Of Jumped-up?

jumped-up
If you describe someone as jumped-up, you disapprove of them because they consider themselves to be more important than they really are.

jumped-up in American English
having recently gained wealth, power, success, etc. and regarded as behaving presumptuously, aggressively, etc.
adjective: having recently gained prominence or fame and appearing arrogant

jumped-up in British English
adjective: suddenly risen in significance, esp when appearing arrogant

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