boasting (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈboʊstɪŋ/
Definition
Talking with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities.
Examples
He was always boasting about his wealth.
Stop boasting about your new car; it's not that impressive.
She was tired of his constant boasting and changed the subject.
How to Use boasting
- boast about (prepositional phrase)
- To talk with excessive pride about one's achievements or possessions. — "He likes boasting about his expensive watch."
- boast of (prepositional phrase)
- To talk with excessive pride about something one has or has done. — "The company boasts of its long history in the industry."
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