Boaster: meaning, definitions and examples
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boaster
[ ˈbəʊstər ]
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
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.
informal
A loud, arrogant person who talks in a very proud or self-important way.
Synonyms
big talker, blowhard, braggart, show off
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.
archaic
A person who promotes or praises themselves, their actions, or their qualities in a boastful manner.
Synonyms
braggart, bragger, self-booster, self-praiser
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
- fanfarrão
- jactancioso
🇮🇳 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.