Synonyms of boasting

boasting

verb

present participle of boast

1

as in bragging

to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess

he boasted about his latest killing in real estate so I thought he should be the one to pay for dinner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bragging
• displaying
• exhibiting
• vaunting
• blowing
• swaggering
• crowing
• blowing smoke
• vaporing
• priding
• exposing
• bulling
• flaunting
• gushing
• gasconading
• puffing
• blustering
• haranguing
• glorying
• exulting
• parading
• rejoicing
• maximizing
• brandishing
• showing off
• glorifying
• magnifying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minimizing
• diminishing
• discounting
• belittling
• undervaluing
• deprecating
• underrating
• playing down
• shrugging off
• lamenting
• pooh-poohing
• bemoaning
• regretting
• mourning
• laughing off

2

as in containing

to have within

the hotel boasts nearly 50 rooms

Synonyms & Similar Words

• containing
• holding
• encompassing
• bearing
• housing
• accommodating
• fitting
• enclosing
• taking
• harboring
• casing
• sheltering
• encasing
• lodging

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of boasting

This approach has already yielded significant results, with the 2026 BET Awards achieving its highest ratings since 2019, boasting a 50% year-over-year growth. — Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

In the stone-age aughts, people did not have the propensity to boost their ego by owning stuff and boasting about their possessions online. — Zahra Tayeb, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, the Dodgers have a 10-game lead in the National League West while boasting a 69-42 record. — Mark Harris, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026

The Power have dominated this season, sitting atop the BIG3 standings and boasting a 5-1 record heading into Friday, while the Amps have struggled to gain momentum, sitting at 1-5. — Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

Standing at 6ft 3in and boasting both Premier League and international pedigree, the 31-year-old Portugal international has the height and physicality to make his mark in front of a defence. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Lemon or apple guava is the most common type available, boasting a sweet flavor, strong aroma, satisfying texture, and robust taste. — Su-Jit Lin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026

However, those who turn off the highway are greeted by a welcoming community boasting a rich maritime history and sweeping Gulf views. — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026

It’s made from washable mulberry silk, boasting a tieable neck, invisible back zipper, and a flattering bias cut for movement. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 28 July 2026