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boast

UK
/bəʊst/
US
/boʊst/
boast about

Translations

boastnoun
boasts
pl
UK
/bəʊst/
US
/boʊst/
His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.
Его постоянное хвастовство своим богатством раздражало всех.
The new stadium is the city's boast.
Новый стадион — это гордость города.
Additional translations
самохвальство
похвальба
Synonyms
vaunt
exaggeration
self-promotion
pride
brag
boastverb
boasted
Past Simple
boasted
Past Participle
boasting
Gerund
UK
/bəʊst/
US
/boʊst/
He likes to boast about his achievements.
Он любит хвастаться своими достижениями.
Additional translations
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Synonyms
flaunt
show off
pride oneself
gloat
vaunt
brag
Antonyms
deprecate
downplay
humble

Definitions

boastnoun
A statement in which someone talks about something they have done or own in a way that shows too much pride.
His boast about winning the championship was met with eye rolls from his teammates.
A source of pride or a thing that is worth boasting about.
The new library is the town's latest boast, attracting visitors from all over the region.
boastverb
To talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities.
She couldn't help but boast about her new car to all her friends.
To possess a feature that is a source of pride.
The hotel boasts a stunning view of the ocean from every room.
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