Meaning & Definition of word "Boastful"
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Boastful
/ˈboʊstfəl/
adjective:
- 1. Tending to boast or brag; showing excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements.
- Example: His boastful remarks about his wealth alienated his friends.
- 2. Characterized by or prone to boast; bragging.
- Example: The boastful athlete couldn't stop talking about his victories.
- 3. Having a tendency to speak with pride or vainness.
- Example: Her boastful attitude at the party drew mixed reactions from the guests.
Etymology
From the verb 'boast' + '-ful' (full of).
Common Phrases and Expressions
boastful pride:
An exaggerated sense of self-importance.
boastful claims:
Exaggerated statements about one's abilities or achievements.
Related Words
boast:
To talk with pride about one's achievements.
boastfulness:
The state of being boastful.
Slang Meanings of boastful
Meaning: Showoff
Example Sentence: He's such a showoff with all his bragging.
Meaning: Big talker
Example Sentence: That guy is just a big talker; he never backs it up.