Boast

To boast is to speak excessively and proudly about oneself or one's achievements, possessions, or abilities. It involves exaggerating one's qualities or accomplishments, often with the intent of impressing others. Boasting can range from harmless self-promotion to offensive self-aggrandizement. It frequently implies a lack of genuine humility and can be perceived as arrogant or conceited. The act often focuses on external validation and can, in some cases, be a defensive mechanism to compensate for perceived insecurities. Essentially, it's the act of flaunting one's perceived superiority, whether real or imagined.

Boast meaning with examples

• During the presentation, Mark couldn't resist boasting about his team's record-breaking sales figures. He spent the majority of his allotted time detailing their successes, interrupting his colleagues and downplaying their contributions, and leaving the team feeling irritated by his ostentation. The other teams, in turn, didn't appreciate the public boasting.
• She tried to restrain herself, but after winning the award, she couldn't help but boast about her meticulous attention to detail and countless hours dedicated to the project. She described every minute detail of the project as if she was the sole person responsible for the success, disregarding the collaborative effort involved.
• Instead of politely accepting the compliment, John would immediately boast about his accomplishments, highlighting his superior skills and wealth in almost every conversation. His constant self-promotion, from his expensive car to his intellectual pursuits, annoyed others and alienated friends and acquaintances in the long run.
• The seasoned traveler would frequently boast about his extensive journeys, providing minute details of his travels and lavish hotel accommodations in various cities. He'd always follow this by belittling the travel experiences of others to ensure they understood his perceived superiority.