Looking for the meaning of the word BOASTED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BOASTED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Boast
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Middle English (as a noun): of unknown origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
bəʊst
Dialects: British English
Definition:
talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities
Short Definition:talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements or abilities
Examples:- she boasted about her many conquests
- he boasted that he had taken part in the crime
- Ted used to boast ‘I manage ten people.’
Definition:
(of a person, place, or thing) possess (a feature that is a source of pride)
Short Definition:possess
Examples:- the hotel boasts high standards of comfort
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