boastful, boasting
The preposition for the word "boast" is "about" or "of." For example, you can boast about your achievements or boast of your accomplishments.
The word "boast" is pronounced as "bōst" with a long 'o' sound.
He will boast about the high cost of his new house.
No, "boast" is not a homophone. A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning or spelling.
The pirate captains would get drunk and boast of their latest exploits. The governor once made a boast that he could not lose an election, but he eventually did. "Let others boast for you."
Brag
Emma loved to boast about her dog Princess.
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bombast
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The word that means to boast is "brag." It conveys the idea of speaking with pride about one's accomplishments or possessions, similar to how "grab" indicates taking something quickly.
The opposite of "boast" is "modesty" or "humility." It refers to not bragging or showing off about one's achievements or qualities.