Bragging: meaning, definitions and examples

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bragging

 

[ ˈbræɡɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

in conversation

To boast proudly or excessively. To talk about one's achievements or possessions in a way that shows too much pride.

Synonyms

boast, show off, swagger

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.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

Excessive boasting or prideful talk.

Synonyms

boastfulness, showing off, swaggering

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.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,322, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.