as in wonderful
of the very best kind
he did a really brag job on restoring that classic car
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1
as in rhetoric
boastful speech or writing
for all his brag about diving, he actually does very little
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2
as in bragger
someone who boasts
he's an irritating brag whose sense of selfhood is defined by what he owns
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as in to boast
to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess
she bragged that she was richer than anyone else in the state
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Recent Examples of brag
Dominique Law, Forbes, 10 Nov. 2021
The Wild Insulated Water Bottle Allow us to humble-brag about The Wild water bottle with the cool logo of the L.A. Times newsletter about the outdoors in Southern California.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2021
Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The brag quickly caught the attention of Swift fans across social media, who rushed to attack Spector while defending Swift.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Jim Cramer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
Undercover journalists caught an administrator at UNC bragging about pushing DEI despite it being banned.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2025
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Adjective
This will also give you a brag bank to pull from when the interviewer asks you to articulate your strengths.
—Dominique Law, Forbes, 10 Nov. 2021
The Wild Insulated Water Bottle Allow us to humble-brag about The Wild water bottle with the cool logo of the L.A. Times newsletter about the outdoors in Southern California.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2021
Noun
The humble brag is a new shiny toy for some people.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The brag quickly caught the attention of Swift fans across social media, who rushed to attack Spector while defending Swift.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Verb
Take yesterday’s left hook out of nowhere by President Donald Trump, bragging about doing something that would bust even this pathetic budget.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
Undercover journalists caught an administrator at UNC bragging about pushing DEI despite it being banned.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brag
Adjective
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My 10-year-old avocado grown from seed produced two wonderful fruits last year.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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She’s got a wonderful dynamic with Sydney Agudong, who plays Nani.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Drawing the line between criticism and hate Jonathan, a Jewish young professional in Washington, D.C., said political leaders must more clearly condemn rhetoric that veers into incitement.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
3 June 2025
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The most frequently cited reasons for wanting to move were concerns about LGBTQ+ rights – 76% – the sociopolitical climate – 71% – anti-trans rhetoric and climate – 60% – and anti-trans laws and policies – 47%.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Despite its reputation for price fluctuations, Bitcoin boasts a 15-year track record of enduring numerous challenges, from regulatory setbacks to market declines.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Other categories, such as electric boats and explorer yachts, boasted breakthrough designs (the Sialia 45 and CdM’s Maverick), while even the Toy category, which many might dismiss because of its name, acknowledged the most advanced and well-thought-out superyacht golf simulator ever.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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Paul hit an awesome Asai Moonsault on Jey Uso through a table, so Jey will walk into Raw’s world title match against Gunther even more banged up.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Teresi continued his role as an awesome do-it-all player Saturday.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Ditto his distinctive appearance, trumped only by a persuasive smile that conveyed an innocence and friendliness somewhat at odds with his braggadocio tales and hedonistic tendencies.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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The news was an opportunity for Gov. Gavin Newsom to exercise his penchant for braggadocio.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
Noun
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When a person lacks humility, the deficiency will show up as being a braggart and disrespectful.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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He’s swept away in a sea of raves MILAN — Giorgio Armani is not a very good braggart.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
WWD,
17 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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No putt was more important than his 20-foot par putt up the ridge on No. 9 to finish off a great round the right way.—
Doug Ferguson,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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The idea was to allow developers to build more profitable market-rate apartments using greater height and density while providing financial support to balance out the lower rents for workforce tenants.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Tariffs, recession chatter, political uncertainty -- these factors are upending the sales environment for mainstream and luxury automakers alike.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
8 June 2025
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An etiquette expert and the author of a new book about manners is causing plenty of online chatter about the proper way to eat a banana and other common handheld foods.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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“Brag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brag. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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