Courtesy of Susie Dent
A ‘mumpsimus’ (16th century) is someone who insists that they are right, despite clear evidence that they are not.
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Courtesy of Susie Dent!
‘huff-snuff’ (16th century): a strutting braggart who likes to bully others but is quick to take offence.
I’m wondering if it could be applied to people who take the mick incessantly but get deeply offended if the tables are turned …….
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