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

  • (..) -I bet it's huge. -You have no idea. How big? What is it, this big? -This big? -I don't want to brag. Come on! Come on. Let's just say I have a number in mind. I haven't hit it yet. This is pretty fucking sexy. Hope it doesn't cheapen (..)
    2009 Up in the Air