VAPOR Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

vapor

verb

Definition of vapor

as in to boast

to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess a faded Southern belle tiresomely vaporing about all the handsome beaux she had in her long-ago youth

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Recent Examples of vapor Scorching flames turn it to vapor and keep heating that steam to more than 400 degrees Fahrenheit before sending it out around Manhattan. — Patrick McGeehan, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024 Volatility, even if reduced in new products, means droplets can go from liquid to vapor and travel on the wind, even after spraying. — The Arizona Republic, 10 Feb. 2024 This gradually increases the amount of vapor produced as the system absorbs heat and converts liquid to vapor. — Issam Mudawar, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2023 The other challenge was the presence of both liquid and vapor the refrigeration cycle. — IEEE Spectrum, 10 June 2021 See All Example Sentences for vapor

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The automotive series, launched by Marty and Moog, boasts almost 4 million subscribers on YT.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2026
Of course, a familiar face never hurts, and Torino’s competition boasts more star power than most.

— Ben Croll, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of boast

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Farrelly, who has been around the block with Hollywood highs and lows, is happy to brag about his star and his potential.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
One of the Jeep Wrangler’s hallmark features is its solid front axle, which off-road enthusiasts brag about.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of brag

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The Jets blew a nine-point halftime lead and wasted a 33-point afternoon against a Raiders team that had lost four straight.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026
As the final whistle blew at CPKC Stadium, signaling victory for the Kansas City Current in a Saturday playoff match, a release of joy swept across the field.

— Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of blow

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The entire Hermès range of products, including ready-to-wear, perfume, scarves, and leather goods, is available here, all elegantly displayed around a central staircase.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
Prosecutors said most of the items were in mint condition with original packaging and tags intact, stored and displayed throughout the home.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026

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