самохвалство — meaning in English

English meaning

• bluster noun Loud, blustering talk that is more show than substance; empty bravado.
• boast noun A statement that shows off one's own achievements or qualities; a brag.
• gasconade adj Of or pertaining to exaggeration or extravagant boasting; bombastic.
• jactitation noun Bragging or boasting, especially in a false manner to another's detriment.
• rodomontade noun Vain boasting; a rant; pretentious behaviour.
• swagger verb To walk or behave with a bold, confident, slightly showy manner.

Senses

самохвалство is used for these senses in English:

• bluster Pompous, officious talk.
• braggadocio Empty boasting.
• gasconade Boastful talk.
• jactitation Bragging or boasting, especially in a false manner to another's detriment.
• rodomontade Vain boasting; a rant; pretentious behaviour.
• swagger A prideful boasting or bragging.
• vainglory Boastful, unwarranted pride in one's accomplishments or qualities.

bluster — full definition

1. noun Loud, blustering talk that is more show than substance; empty bravado.
2. noun A sudden strong gust or blast, especially of wind.
3. verb To talk loudly and aggressively, often to intimidate or to cover up weakness.
4. verb Of wind: to blow in strong, noisy gusts.

boast — full definition

1. noun A statement that shows off one's own achievements or qualities; a brag.
2. verb To talk with excessive pride about oneself or one's achievements.
3. verb To have (something impressive) as a feature; to be proud to possess.

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