Meaning & Definition of word "Gloat"
Gloat
/ɡloʊt/
verb:
- 1. To take pleasure in one's own success or in someone else's misfortune in an arrogant or boastful manner.
- Example: He couldn't help but gloat over his victory in the competition.
- 2. To feel or express great, often malicious, pleasure or self-satisfaction.
- Example: She gloatingly recounted how her rivals had failed to meet the deadline.
- 3. To look or gaze in an unpleasing or smug manner.
- Example: He gloat at the misfortune of those who doubted him.
Etymology
●Middle English 'gloten,' probably from Old Norse 'gloða' to sizzle.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gloat over someone:
to take pleasure in someone else's misfortune.
gloating victory:
celebrating a win in a way that appears smug or arrogant.
Related Words
brag:
to boast about one's achievements.
smug:
having or showing an excessive pride in oneself.
Slang Meanings of gloat
Meaning: gloatfest
● Example Sentence: After winning the championship, the team's gloatfest lasted for days.
Meaning: to gloat hard
● Example Sentence: He was gloating hard after beating his rival.