name-dropping
nounUK /ˈneɪmˌdrɒpɪŋ/
US /ˈneɪmˌdrɑːpɪŋ/
Name-dropping is when someone talks about famous people they know to seem important.
His constant name-dropping about movie stars made everyone roll their eyes.
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2. The act of mentioning famous people in a conversation to impress others.
Her name-dropping at the party was obvious to everyone.
3. A social habit of casually referring to well-known acquaintances.
He has a bad habit of name-dropping during business meetings.
4. Using famous names as a way to gain attention or credibility.
The article was full of name-dropping to seem more important.