What does BOAST mean?

Boast

Parts of Speech: verb, noun
Definitions:
- verb: to talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about ones achievements, possessions, or abilities
- noun: a statement in which one boasts about oneself or something belonging to oneself
Pronunciations:
- US: /boʊst/
- UK: /bəʊst/
Origin and Usage: The word "boast" originated from the Middle English word "bosten" which meant "to brag". It has been used in English since the 13th century. The verb form of "boast" is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing to describe someone who is excessively proud of their achievements or possessions. The noun form is often used in the context of someone making a statement about their own abilities or achievements.
Synonyms: brag, crow, vaunt, show off, strut, swagger
Related Words: boast, boats, baste, beast, bloat
Example Sentences:
- He always boasts about his high score in the game. (verb)
- Her boast about her cooking skills turned out to be true. (noun)
- She was boasting about her new car to everyone at the party. (verb)
- His boast that he could run faster than anyone else in the school was quickly disproved. (noun)

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