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    Boast

    boʊst

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A statement in which someone talks about something they have done or own with pride.
    His boast about winning the championship was heard by everyone.
    Excessive pride in oneself; bragging.
    Her constant boast about her wealth was off-putting to others.
    verb
    To talk with pride about something one has done or possesses.
    He likes to boast about his achievements in school.
    To brag; to speak of oneself or something related with excessive pride.
    She boasted of her new car to her friends.
    To have something to be proud of.
    The city boasts a rich cultural heritage.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'bosten', from Old Norse 'bauta', meaning to boast or brag.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    boast of:
    To speak proudly about something.
    full of boast:
    Characterized by excessive pride or bragging.
    a boastful claim:
    An assertion made with excessive pride.

    Related Words

    braggart
    A person who boasts about achievements or possessions.
    vainglory
    In excessive pride in or boastfulness about one's achievements or abilities.
    pride
    A feeling of deep satisfaction derived from one's own achievements.

    Slang Meanings

    Flexing
    He's flexing his new car on social media.
    Showing off
    She’s always showing off her new clothes.