Boaster: meaning, definitions and examples

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boaster

 

[ ˈbəʊstər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in a conversation

A person who brags or boasts about their achievements, possessions, or abilities in a way that is exaggerated or excessive.

Synonyms

blowhard, braggart, bragger, swaggerer.

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Word Description / Examples
boaster

Use when someone talks about their achievements or possessions in a proud way. It isn't necessarily negative but can be seen as excessive.

  • She is such a boaster; she always talks about her new car
braggart

Use to describe someone who is constantly boasting about their accomplishments. It has a mostly negative connotation.

  • Nobody likes a braggart; it's better to let your actions speak for themselves
bragger

This is similar to braggart and is used to describe someone who brags a lot. It also carries a negative connotation.

  • Jack is such a bragger; he can't stop talking about his recent promotion
swaggerer

This word refers to someone who walks or behaves in a very confident way, often overly so. It is less about words and more about the attitude.

  • He entered the room with the air of a swaggerer, making everyone immediately notice his presence
blowhard

This term is typically used in a negative context to describe someone who brags loudly and annoyingly.

  • Don't pay attention to him, he's just a blowhard who loves to hear himself talk

Examples of usage

  • He is such a boaster, always talking about how great he is at everything.
  • She's a boaster who loves to show off her expensive clothes and cars.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A loud, arrogant person who talks in a very proud or self-important way.

Synonyms

big talker, blowhard, braggart, show off.

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Word Description / Examples
boaster

Used to describe someone who frequently speaks about their achievements or possessions in a proud way.

  • John is such a boaster; he never misses a chance to tell everyone about his new car
braggart

Used in a more formal setting to describe someone who boasts excessively about their achievements.

  • The lecturer was a renowned braggart, often losing the audience's interest with tales of his supposed genius
blowhard

A negative term for someone who talks a lot about their own accomplishments, often in an annoying way.

  • No one likes working with Danny because he's such a blowhard; he's always going on about his own successes
big talker

Often refers to someone who makes grand claims or promises but doesn't necessarily follow through.

  • Despite being a big talker, Jim rarely completes any of his projects
show off

Used to describe someone who behaves in a way intended to attract attention and impress others.

  • Sally loved to show off by performing difficult gymnastics moves whenever she got the chance

Examples of usage

  • The boaster at the party wouldn't stop talking about himself and his accomplishments.
  • Ignore him, he's just a boaster looking for attention.
Context #3 | Noun

archaic

A person who promotes or praises themselves, their actions, or their qualities in a boastful manner.

Synonyms

braggart, bragger, self-booster, self-praiser.

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Word Description / Examples
boaster

Used for someone who talks a lot about their own achievements in a way that can be annoying to others.

  • He's such a boaster; he never stops talking about his latest promotion
braggart

Describes someone who boasts a lot, often with an element of exaggeration or arrogance. This term carries a negative connotation.

  • Nobody likes a braggart; it's tiring to hear exaggerated stories of his 'successes'
bragger

Similar to 'boaster' but often used in more casual or informal situations. It implies someone who brags regularly.

  • Jake is a bragger; he always finds a way to talk about his new car
self-praiser

Used for someone who gives themselves compliments, often seen as vain or narcissistic. It can be both positive and negative depending on the context.

  • While it's good to recognize your strengths, being a self-praiser too often can come off as arrogant
self-booster

Someone who speaks about their own accomplishments to build their own image, usually in a more positive or motivational context.

  • Being a self-booster can help in job interviews, as long as you don't overdo it

Examples of usage

  • In the ancient tales, the hero was often portrayed as a boaster, boasting of his bravery and strength.

Translations

Translations of the word "boaster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vanglorioso

🇮🇳 शेख़ीबाज़

🇩🇪 Angeber

🇮🇩 pembual

🇺🇦 хвалько

🇵🇱 chwalipięta

🇯🇵 自慢屋 (じまんや)

🇫🇷 vantard

🇪🇸 fanfarrón

🇹🇷 öğünç

🇰🇷 자랑쟁이

🇸🇦 مُتباهٍ

🇨🇿 chvástal

🇸🇰 chválenkár

🇨🇳 吹牛者

🇸🇮 bahavec

🇮🇸 montari

🇰🇿 мақтаншақ

🇬🇪 ტრაბახი

🇦🇿 öyünən

🇲🇽 fanfarrón

Etymology

The word 'boaster' dates back to the 16th century and is derived from the verb 'boast,' which originated from Old Norse 'bosta' and Middle English 'bosten.' The concept of boasting or bragging has been a part of human communication for centuries, often reflecting social dynamics and individual personality traits.

See also: boast, boastful, boastfully, boastfulness, boasting.