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Boastful
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Boastful
If someone is boastful, it means they brag too much. They love to talk about their achievements, possessions, or talents—often in a way that makes others feel annoyed or uncomfortable.
1- I used to enjoy hanging out with him, but he’s become so boastful since he got that promotion.
2- Her speech was supposed to be inspiring, but it came off as a little too boastful.
Hello and welcome back to Daily English! Today’s word is boastful. Once again—boastful.
Let’s see if you can guess the meaning from these clues:
- At the party, Dan kept talking about his new car, his big promotion, and how everyone admires him.
- And Mark? He won’t stop mentioning how he was the top student—ten years ago. What do these people have in common? Yes—they’re being boastful.
What does “boastful” mean? If someone is boastful, it means they brag too much. They love to talk about their achievements, possessions, or talents—often in a way that makes others feel annoyed or uncomfortable. It’s more than just confidence—it’s confidence that turns into showing off.
“I used to enjoy hanging out with him, but he’s become so boastful since he got that promotion.”
“Her speech was supposed to be inspiring, but it came off as a little too boastful.”
“Celebrities sometimes post humble photos, but fans still feel the tone is boastful when it’s all about their private jets or award wins.”
Your Turn: Have you ever met someone who’s boastful—maybe in real life or online?
Or… have you ever caught yourself sounding a little boastful without meaning to?