armchair quarterback
The term "armchair quarterback" originated from American football fans who offer critiques from the comfort of their homes. It now broadly applies to anyone who gives uninformed opinions on any subject.
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Definition
B2General
(colloquial, idiomatic, chiefly US)A person who criticizes or offers advice on something they are not directly involved in or knowledgeable about.
Example
- He's such an armchair quarterback, always telling the coach what to do without ever having played the game.
- Don't be an armchair quarterback; you weren't there and don't know all the facts.
B2Sports
(colloquial, idiomatic, chiefly US)A viewer who critiques players and coaches during a game, often without any real expertise.
Example
- During the game, my dad turns into an armchair quarterback, yelling at the TV as if he knows better than the coach.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "armchair quarterback":