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puffed up, puffs up

Definition:

The term "puffed up" refers literally to something that is full of air and so larger than its normal size. is a figurative expression that refers to being boastful, proud, or arrogant. (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-idiom)

• A person who is puffed up has an attitude of feeling superior to others.
• Paul taught that knowing a lot of information or having religious experiences can lead to being "puffed up" or proud.
• Other languages may have a similar idiom or a different one that expresses this meaning, such as "having a big head."
• This could also be translated as "very proud" or "disdainful of others" or "haughty" or "thinking oneself better than others."

(See also: arrogant, proud)

Bible References:

• 1 Corinthians 04:6-7
• 1 Corinthians 08:01
• 2 Corinthians 12:6-7
• Habakkuk 02:04

Word Data:

• Strong's: H6075, G5448