bragged

VERB

talk boastingly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boast crow gloat

STRONG

bluster exult gasconade grandstand hotdog jive mouth prate puff rodomontade showboat shuck swagger vaunt

WEAK

blow one's own horn pat oneself on the back

Antonyms

STRONG

conceal hide

WEAK

be modest be quiet deprecate

Example Sentences

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Bob Trebilcock relates that, near the peak of the tech bubble, the janitor at his church bragged about his day-trading profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

He bragged that he’s led over 130 missions in over 30 nations, but claimed ignorance when asked for details of these daring rescues.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

She bragged that she had people who would do anything for her.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

As the Technicolor label bragged, “This is the smog used by famous Hollywood stars!”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

They bragged often about the binding quality of the Baxter blood.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou