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Vocabulary Entry
jackanapes
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noun
A conceited or impertinent person, often used to refer to someone who pretends to be of a higher social status.
Example Sentences
"The jackanapes thought he could outsmart everyone in the room."
"Despite his fancy clothes, he was just a jackanapes with no real substance."
"The comedian’s skit about a jackanapes drew laughter from the audience."