boast

US /boʊst/
UK /boʊst/
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1.

talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities.

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He likes to boast about his new car.
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She always boasts about her high grades.
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2.

(of a place, institution, or thing) possess (a feature that is a source of pride).

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The city boasts a beautiful cathedral.
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The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool.
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1.

an act of talking with excessive pride and self-satisfaction.

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His constant boasts about his wealth are annoying.
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It was an empty boast, as he never followed through.
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