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Meaning of gloating
The primary meaning of the word "gloating" is feeling or expressing great pleasure or triumph over someone else's misfortune.
Etymology of gloating
The word "gloating" has its roots in the Middle English word "gloat", which is derived from the Old English word "glotian", meaning "to gaze" or "to look"
Historically, the word "gloating" was used to describe the act of looking at something with pleasure or interest, but over time it took on a more negative connotation, implying a sense of schadenfreude or taking pleasure in someone else's misfortune
Synonyms
triumphant
exultant
triumphia
vainglorious
boastful
proud
smug
self-satisfied
complacent
conceited
arrogant
haughty
superior
condescending
patronizing
scornful
contemptuous
disdainful
sneering
mocking
jeering
taunting
teasing
ridiculing
gloatingly
crowing
reveling
basking
glorying
rejoicing
exulting
jubilant
elated
euphoric
ecstatic
thrilled
delighted
pleased
satisfied
contented
gratified
Definitions
- Taking great pleasure in someone else's misfortune or failure
- Feeling or expressing triumph or exultation, especially in a way that is considered unpleasant or unseemly
- Deriving pleasure from someone else's defeat or discomfort
Usage Examples
- The opponent's team was gloating after their surprise win in the championship game
- She was gloating over her friend's failure to get the job, which made her feel uncomfortable and guilty
- The rival company was gloating over their competitor's financial difficulties, but their victory was short-lived