Synonyms of boasts

boasts 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of boast

1

as in brags

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

• brags
• displays
• exhibits
• vaunts
• blows
• prides
• swaggers
• blows smoke
• bulls
• crows
• exposes
• vapors
• flaunts
• gushes
• gasconades
• blusters
• maximizes
• rejoices
• brandishes
• exults
• puffs
• harangues
• glories
• parades
• shows off
• magnifies
• glorifies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minimizes
• diminishes
• discounts
• belittles
• deprecates
• undervalues
• underrates
• plays down
• shrugs off
• laments
• bemoans
• mourns
• regrets
• pooh-poohs
• laughs off

2

as in contains

to have within

the hotel boasts nearly 50 rooms

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contains
• holds
• houses
• encompasses
• accommodates
• bears
• encloses
• fits
• takes
• cases
• encases
• harbors
• shelters
• lodges

boasts

2 of 2

noun

plural of boast

as in treasures

an asset that brings praise or renown

the school's boast was a winning football team

Synonyms & Similar Words

• treasures
• jewels
• prides
• highlights
• trophies
• features
• honors
• attractions
• crown jewels
• glories
• feathers in one's cap
• credits
• excellences
• values
• virtues
• merits
• showpieces
• pièces de résistance
• distinctions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disgraces
• defects
• shames
• blemishes
• dishonors
• stains
• blots
• slurs
• smudges
• stigmas
• smirches
• horrors
• messes
• eyesores
• frights

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of boasts

Verb

Nashville has one of the best attacks in the East (39 goals), has conceded the fewest goals in MLS (15), has registered eight clean sheets, and boasts the league’s best home record with nine wins, no losses and one tie. — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026

For the ultimate glamping experience, the Vista Airstream Suite boasts a luxurious outdoor shower. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

One listing even boasts $90,000 worth of losing Florida tickets for $575. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026

Myrtle Beach boasts much to do when retirees are not on the golf course, with beaches, museums, wineries, distilleries, and water sports. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026

His challenger, Garry, boasts a 17-1 record and is ranked second in the division, coming off a victory over Belal Muhammad. — Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Its rugged build boasts an industry-leading IP68 waterproof rating alongside drop protection that can withstand 1-meter falls onto concrete. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026

Former child advocacy organization CEO Aly Richards boasts endorsements from former Democratic Govs. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026

The school boasts that 98% of its class of 2025 were working, continuing their education or involved in volunteer or service programs within six months of graduation. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

Noun

That standard still holds for his frequent barrages of boasts, insults, threats, grouses and indecipherable dispatches via Truth Social. — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026

There are few places where contradictions between the president's boasts and the economic reality of his tariffs are more likely to collide ahead of November's midterm elections than in battleground Michigan, which holds its primary on Tuesday. — ABC News, 30 July 2026

There are few places where contradictions between the president’s boasts and the economic reality of his tariffs are more likely to collide ahead of November’s midterm elections than in battleground Michigan, which holds its primary on Tuesday. — Jacqueline Ganun, Fortune, 30 July 2026

The canyon's rim offers stunning panoramas for miles and miles, while the inner corridor boasts multicolored rock layers carved by the Colorado River. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026

The Trumpian superlative tic took his boasts well beyond the general. — Dan Alexander, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026

SanDisk Extreme Game Drive for PlayStation 5 Deal The SanDisk Extreme Game Drive for PS5 boasts read speeds of up to 1,000MB per second, which ensures quick transfer between the external SSD and your console's internal storage. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 13 May 2026

In opening statements last month, Deputy District Attorney Brad Ng said several men, including Smiley Martin, had made boasts earlier that evening in videos recorded on Marconi Avenue that helped fuel the confrontation between rival groups. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2026

The 6-foot-4, 200-pounder boasts speed, elite length, a wide catch radius and field-stretching ability. — Mike Jones, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026