boasting

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun speaking of yourself in superlatives
  2. verb show off
  3. verb wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

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Synonyms

boast, self-praise, jactitation

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