BOASTING Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

boasting

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present participle of boast

as in bragging

to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess he boasted about his latest killing in real estate so I thought he should be the one to pay for dinner

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to have within the hotel boasts nearly 50 rooms

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Recent Examples of boasting Conger had previously earned the city’s approval for a 70-acre development boasting more than 300 homes just south of the new proposal, despite concerns about impacts to nearby Kuna schools at the time. — Rose Evans august 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Aug. 2026 With 168 rooms and suites—some boasting water-facing balconies—the resort displays Texas-forward artwork and contemporary, clean finishes. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Summary Michelin's CrossClimate 2 all-weather tire, certified for snow, promises exceptional performance across diverse conditions, boasting a 60,000-mile tread life and quieter ride. — Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 There are over 36 million acres of land that span our peninsula, boasting richness in plant variety and biological diversity. — Candace Barone, Florida Times-Union, 15 Aug. 2026 Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed is under fire after boasting about the endorsement of Detroit pastor Horace Sheffield III. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026 The Rams’ SoFi Stadium set a live concert record in 2025, boasting 33 non-NFL events including five nights of Beyonce, plus Kendrick Lamar, Shakira, The Weeknd and Chris Stapleton. — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Elsewhere is an exercise room, an art studio, and an office suite with its own entrance, as well as a primary suite boasting a walk-in closet and a luxe bath flowing out to a serene meditation garden with a hot tub. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026 The running backs are the strongest offensive group, with the Bruins boasting three potential starters in senior Jaivian Thomas and fifth-year pair Anthony Woods and Wayne Knight. — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

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That’s because Davis has spoken extensively about his role in the case, including in interviews with Los Angeles police and the media, in a 2019 tell-all book and during several bragging interviews done to promote the publication.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026
So, The Hawk is number one on Netflix in the US and the service is bragging about it.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

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