Word Spy – humblebrag

humblebrag
n. An ostensibly humble comment that also demonstrates the person’s wealth, fame, or importance. Also: humble-brag, humble brag.

This word has become somewhat famous thanks to the Humblebrag Twitter feed, created and maintained by the comedian and writer Harris Wittels, which retweets humblebrags of the rich and famous.

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