Bask

/bɑːsk/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To lie in or be exposed to a pleasant warmth.

The cat loves to bask in the sunlight streaming through the window.

To take great pleasure in or derive enjoyment from something.

He basked in the glory of his recent achievements.

To revel in or enjoy a state of happiness or success.

After winning the championship, the team basked in their victory for days.

Middle English, from Old Norse 'bask' meaning 'to bathe' or 'to bask.'

bask in someone's glory

To take pleasure in someone else's success.

luxuriate

To indulge in luxury.

revel

To take great pleasure in something.

To enjoy a moment or situation to the fullest.

He was just basking in the compliments after his performance.