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The act of boasting or self-aggrandizement
“Can you imagine a modern father, even a doting one, countenancing such boasting from a son?”
High-sounding language with little meaning, used to impress people
An overt and pretentious display intended to attract attention
The state or property of being haughty
An extreme exaggeration or overstatement
Self-satisfied congratulation of oneself for one's achievements or situation
Tending to boast or be arrogant
“Who, not trembling, will stand strong against this boasting man?”
Brave and showy, prone to boasting or blustering
Bombastic or grandiloquent in expression
Present participle for to (excessively) talk up one's accomplishments, qualities, or possessions
“He seemed to be a man of few words, and did not care to boast about his military achievements.”
Present participle for to proudly have or show off something
“Both cities boast a vibrant and thriving business community, featuring many car dealerships, retail stores, and restaurants.”
Present participle for to own or have the use or benefit of something
“Estonia does boast a large quantity of oil shale in its northeast.”
Present participle for to contain, accomodate, or have within
“The building will boast 120,000 sq. ft. of floor space and will house executive officers and staff offices.”
Present participle for to describe or express in too exaggerated terms
Present participle for to take great pleasure in (something)
Present participle for to declare loudly, openly or publicly
Present participle for to talk much and to little purpose
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