Outboasting: meaning, definitions and examples
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outboasting
[ aʊtˈboʊstɪŋ ]
self-promotion
Outboasting refers to the act of boasting more than someone else. It often involves a competitive nature, where individuals try to outdo each other in terms of their accomplishments or experiences. This behavior can be seen in various social settings, especially among friends or peers looking to impress one another. Outboasting can sometimes lead to feelings of insecurity or inadequacy in those who feel they cannot keep up with the bragging.
Synonyms
boasting, bragging, gloating, showing off.
Examples of usage
- He was outboasting all night about his recent promotion.
- During the dinner, they started outboasting each other about their travel adventures.
- She couldn't help but outboast her colleagues about her record sales.
- The conversation turned competitive as they began outboasting each other's sports achievements.
Translations
Translations of the word "outboasting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exibição excessiva
🇮🇳 बड़े दावे करना
🇩🇪 Übertreibung
🇮🇩 berlebihan
🇺🇦 перебільшення
🇵🇱 przechwałki
🇯🇵 自慢しすぎる
🇫🇷 se vanter
🇪🇸 presumir
🇹🇷 övünmek
🇰🇷 자랑하다
🇸🇦 التفاخر
🇨🇿 přehánění
🇸🇰 prehnanie
🇨🇳 自夸
🇸🇮 pohvaliti se
🇮🇸 hrósa
🇰🇿 мақтану
🇬🇪 გაბრწყინება
🇦🇿 övünmək
🇲🇽 presumir
Etymology
The term 'outboasting' is derived from the base word 'boast', which has its origins in the early 16th century from the word 'boast', meaning to brag or to speak with pride. The prefix 'out-' indicates to surpass or exceed, creating a term that implies not only boasting but doing so in a manner that eclipses others. Over time, the concept of boasting has evolved, often seen in competitive contexts, particularly among peers, where individuals feel the urge to elevate their status through self-promotion. This behavior can find its roots in human social dynamics, particularly as they relate to hierarchy and social acceptance.