Meaning & Definition of word "Brag"
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Brag
/bræɡ/
noun:
- 1. a boastful statement.
- Example: His brag about winning the tournament was hard to ignore.
- 2. the act of boasting.
- Example: Her brag about her grades made her friends feel inferior.
verb:
- 1. to boast about achievements or possessions.
- Example: He tends to brag about his accomplishments at work.
- 2. to speak with pride about something you have done.
- Example: She couldn't help but brag about her recent promotion.
- 3. to boast or talk arrogantly.
- Example: They bragged about their new car in front of their friends.
Etymology
Middle English 'braggen' meaning 'to brag or boast.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
bragging rights:
The right to boast about one's achievements.
to braggart:
One who brags excessively.
Related Words
boast:
To talk with pride or self-satisfaction.
pride:
A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements.
Slang Meanings of brag
Meaning: To show off in an exaggerated manner.
Example Sentence: He was bragging hard about his new car.
Meaning: To flex one's success.
Example Sentence: She always finds a way to brag about her latest vacation.