Pronunciation: /neɪm ˈdrɑpər/
noun a person who frequently mentions the names of famous or important people in order to impress others
A1 She is a name dropper, always mentioning famous people she claims to know.
A2 My coworker is such a name dropper, constantly talking about all the celebrities he's met.
B1 I find it annoying when people act like name droppers, trying to impress others with their connections.
B2 The author came across as a name dropper in his memoir, constantly dropping the names of influential people.
C1 The politician was accused of being a name dropper, using his connections for personal gain.
C2 She was known in social circles as a notorious name dropper, always trying to elevate her status by association with famous individuals.
formal It is considered impolite to be a name dropper in professional settings.
informal She's such a name dropper, always trying to impress everyone with who she knows.
slang Stop being a name dropper, no one likes a show-off.
figurative In a sea of name droppers, he stood out for his humility and authenticity.
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