boast
UK: bəʊst | US: boʊst
v. to speak with excessive pride about oneself or one's achievements
n. an act of boasting; a proud claim
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The word "boast" originates from Middle English bosten, likely derived from Old English bōst, meaning "arrogance" or "vainglory." Its roots trace further back to Proto-Germanic baus-tiz, related to bausaz ("puffed up, swollen"), reflecting the idea of inflated self-importance. Over time, it evolved to describe verbal expressions of pride, retaining its core association with exaggerated self-praise.
He couldn't resist boasting about his promotion at work.
Her boast of winning the race turned out to be true.
It's unwise to boast before you've accomplished your goal.
The team's boast of invincibility was shattered after their first loss.
She made a quiet boast about her cooking skills, then proved it with a delicious meal.