Nakhra
नखरा
NAKH-ra
A display of exaggerated pride or vanity, often playful.
Meaning & usage
Nakhra refers to a display of exaggerated pride, vanity, or coquettish behavior. It is often used to describe playful or affected mannerisms, particularly in the context of flirting or showing off. The term is commonly used in Hindi and Punjabi-speaking regions and has been popularized in Bollywood films and music.
In a sentence
She put on quite a nakhra when he complimented her dress.
As seen in crosswords
Nakhra is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A display of exaggerated pride or vanity, often playful” (6)
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