Everyone hates a braggart It's a cultural thing. Scandinavians and Australians in particular hate braggarts and even have phrases for this cultural tendency: j

Everyone hates a braggart It's a cultural thing. Scandinavians and Australians in particular hate braggarts and even have phrases for this cultural tendency: janteloven and tall-poppy syndrome. Other cultures have responses for the boastful which range from eye-rolling and groans (UK) to active encouragement (NBA, pro boxers, battle rappers).