brag

Definition

  • noun: a pompous or boastful statement
  • verb: to talk about yourself, your achievements, your family, etc., in a way that shows too much pride
  • verb: to talk boastfully
  • often + 'about'
  • synonyms: first-rate, boast, bluster

Examples

  • He 'bragged' that his daughter was the best student in her class.

  • “I don't mean to 'brag',” he said, “but I'm an excellent cook.”

  • They're always 'bragging about' their son's accomplishments.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) She's good. We're good. It's all great. Anyway. These are Riley's memories. And they are mostly happy if you notice, not to brag. But the really important ones are over here. I don't want to get too technical but these are called core memories. (..)
    2015 Inside Out