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Wordabulary

boast

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To talk with too much pride about your own achievements or possessions.

"He couldn't stop boasting about the fish he'd caught over the weekend."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

brag

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He couldn't stop _____ about the fish he'd caught over the weekend."

Answer: boast

In your own words, what does "boast" mean?

To talk with too much pride about your own achievements or possessions.

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