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Boasts Meaning in English

word · lemma: boast

ˈboʊsts
BOHSTS
bˈəʊsts
BOHSTS

Definition

To talk with too much pride about your achievements, abilities, or possessions. Can also mean that something has a feature that is emphasized as impressive.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in a negative or critical sense when talking about people. For things or places, 'boasts' often just highlights a feature with no negative meaning (e.g., 'The hotel boasts a large pool'). Common with 'about': 'boast about/boasts of'.

Example Sentences

He always boasts about his new car.

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The hotel boasts three swimming pools.

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She boasts of her cooking skills.

basic

Our city boasts some of the best restaurants in the country.

natural

He boasts he can finish the project alone, but I doubt it.

natural

The smartphone boasts a high-resolution camera and long battery life.

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