Etymology

humblebrag

hum·ble·brag
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Today it means: An ostensibly self-deprecating statement made to show off. Full definition →

First used 20th c.
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The story

From humble + brag; popularized by writer and comedian Harris Wittels (1984–2015) in 2010.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 20th c. An ostensibly self-deprecating statement made to show off.

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