BOASTFUL


Meaning of BOASTFUL in English

adj. Function: adjective

given to or characterized by boasting FF1C; a boastful old windbag FF1E;

Synonyms: braggadocian, braggart, braggy, rodomontade, self-glorifying, vaunting

Related Words: arrogant, pretentious; cock-a-hoop, exultant; big-headed, conceited, swelled-headed; self-aggrandizing, self-applauding, self-flattering, vainglorious

Idioms: having a high opinion of oneself, seeing oneself larger than life

Contrasted Words: self-depreciating, self-effacing, unassuming; bashful, demure, sheepish, shy, timid; quiet, reserved, restrained, retiring

Antonyms: modest

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