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Meaning of boastfulness
The quality of being excessively proud of one's achievements or possessions.
Etymology of boastfulness
The word "boastfulness" originates from the Old French word "bostier", meaning "to boast" or "to brag", which is derived from the Latin word "iactare", meaning "to throw" or "to cast".
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe excessive pride or self-satisfaction.
Synonyms
arrogance
pride
conceit
haughtiness
self-importance
egotism
vanity
pretentiousness
pompousness
swagger
brashness
boldness
ostentation
showiness
flashiness
gaudiness
garishness
extravagance
grandiosity
magniloquence
loquacity
volubility
effusiveness
boast
brag
crow
gloat
swaggering
strutting
preening
prancing
vaunting
exaggeration
hyperbole
self-aggrandizement
Definitions
- The quality of being excessively proud of one's achievements or possessions, often in a way that is considered annoying or offensive.
- * A feeling or attitude of proud self-satisfaction, often accompanied by a tendency to talk excessively about one's accomplishments.
Usage Examples
- The boastfulness of the new millionaire was annoying to everyone who knew him.
- * Her boastfulness about her academic achievements made her seem arrogant and unapproachable.
- * The company's boastfulness about their new product was seen as a marketing ploy to attract more customers.
Antonyms
humility
modesty
humility
meekness
unpretentiousness
simplicity
unobtrusiveness
reserve
restraint
diffidence
shyness
timidity
bashfulness
self-effacement
demureness
humility
lowliness
abashment
shamefacedness
embarrassment