give (someone) a big head



give (someone) a big head

To cause someone to become arrogant, conceited, or have an exaggeratedly high opinion of him- or herself. Having her book on the bestseller list is giving Samantha a big head. My parents have given John a big head with all the praise they heap on him for his accomplishments.
See also: big, give, head

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Nefertitinef-ər-TEE-tee (English)Ancient Egyptian
Finn (1)-Irish Mythology, Irish
Basya-Hebrew
Balboa[bæl'bəuə]
Audrey['ɔ:dri]
Deidre['diədri]