Bragging: meaning, definitions and examples
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bragging
[ ˈbræɡɪŋ ]
in conversation
To boast proudly or excessively. To talk about one's achievements or possessions in a way that shows too much pride.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| bragging |
Bragging involves talking about one's achievements or possessions in an overly proud way. It often comes across as rude or arrogant.
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| boast |
Boasting is similar to bragging and involves talking about one's achievements with excessive pride. It's often seen as showing off and can be annoying to others.
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| swagger |
Swagger refers to walking or behaving in a very confident and arrogant way. It often implies a physical display of confidence.
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| show off |
To show off means to behave in a way that is intended to attract attention or admiration, often by emphasizing one's strengths or possessions. It is generally considered negative.
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Examples of usage
- He was bragging about his new car all day.
- She won't stop bragging about her promotion at work.
- Don't be so quick to brag about your success, humility is a virtue.
informal
Excessive boasting or prideful talk.
Synonyms
boastfulness, showing off, swaggering.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| bragging |
When someone talks excessively about their accomplishments or possessions in an irritating and boastful way.
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| boastfulness |
A trait where someone frequently talks with pride about their achievements, often to the point of arrogance.
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| swaggering |
Walking or behaving in a confident and arrogant manner, often to impress others.
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| showing off |
Displaying one's abilities or possessions in a way that is meant to impress others.
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Examples of usage
- All his talk about his accomplishments comes off as bragging.
- I can't stand his constant bragging about how much money he makes.
Translations
Translations of the word "bragging" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vanglória
🇮🇳 शेखी बघारना
🇩🇪 Angeben
🇮🇩 membanggakan diri
🇺🇦 хвастощі
🇵🇱 chwalenie się
🇯🇵 自慢 (じまん)
🇫🇷 vantardise
🇪🇸 presunción
🇹🇷 övünme
🇰🇷 자랑 (자랑)
🇸🇦 تباهي
🇨🇿 chlubení se
🇸🇰 chválenie sa
🇨🇳 吹嘘 (chuīxū)
🇸🇮 hvalisanje
🇮🇸 mont
🇰🇿 мақтаншақтық
🇬🇪 ქედმაღლობა
🇦🇿 lovğalıq
🇲🇽 presunción
Etymology
The word 'bragging' originated from the Middle English word 'braggen', which means 'to make a loud noise'. Over time, the meaning evolved to denote boasting or excessive pride. The concept of bragging has been observed in various cultures throughout history, often associated with displays of power, wealth, or achievement. In modern usage, 'bragging' carries a negative connotation, emphasizing the excessive and often insincere nature of self-promotion.
See also: brag, braggart, bragger, braggingly, braggy.