noun

gloating

GLOH-tihng

Gloating (noun) means Smug, self-satisfied behaviour after a win or someone else's loss. Example: “The team's gloating after the match annoyed the losing side.”

noun

Smug, self-satisfied behaviour after a win or someone else's loss.

"The team's gloating after the match annoyed the losing side."

How to use gloating

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act of gloating — showing off about beating someone.

Word forms

gloatings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gloating” mean?

The word “gloating” means smug, self-satisfied behaviour after a win or someone else's loss. In plain terms, the act of gloating — showing off about beating someone.

How do you pronounce “gloating”?

“Gloating” is pronounced GLOH-tihng (/ˈɡloʊtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “gloating” in a sentence?

Here is “gloating” used in a sentence: “The team's gloating after the match annoyed the losing side.”

What part of speech is “gloating”?

“Gloating” is a noun.

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