kvell

kvell

verb \ˈkvel\

Definition of KVELL

intransitive verb

: to be extraordinarily proud : rejoice

Examples of KVELL

1. <proud grandparents who kvell over every thing that their precious little darlings do>

Origin of KVELL

Yiddish kveln to be delighted, from Middle High German quellen to well, gush, swell

First Known Use: circa 1952

Related to KVELL

Synonyms: crow, delight, exuberate, glory, jubilate, joy, exult, rejoice, triumph

Related Words: gloat, preen, swell; boast, brag; flaunt, parade, show off, strut, swagger

Near Antonyms: bemoan, bewail, grieve, lament, regret, weep

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