puffed up . puffed up {adj.} Elated; proud; conceited. Just because Bob inherited some money from his father is no reason for him to act so puffed up. Categories: add yours {adj.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: P Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Post my comment