boaster

Meanings

• noun

  A person who speaks excessively or boasts about their achievements, abilities, or possessions.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with boaster
coaster , master , paster

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Variants

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boast , boasted , boaster , boasters , boasting , boasts

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Etymology

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The word 'boaster' originated from the Old English word 'bostian' which means 'to brag' or 'to vaunt'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'boaster' is also used in the field of electronics to describe a device that amplifies or boosts a signal.

2. In the game of chess, a 'boaster' is a move that is intended to intimidate or deceive the opponent by making a seemingly strong move that is actually weak.

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Related Concepts

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1. bragging: The act of speaking excessively about one's achievements, abilities, or possessions.

2. hubris: An excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to a person's downfall.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'boaster' is often used to describe a character who is excessive in their self-praise or bragging. In Shakespeare's play 'As You Like It', the character Jaques uses the term to describe Touchstone. In music, the term 'boaster' is sometimes used to describe a DJ or MC who talks excessively between songs or hyped up the crowd.

How to Memorize "boaster"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person talking excessively about themselves, making grand gestures and exaggerating their accomplishments.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'boaster' with the image of a peacock, which is known for its excessive display of colorful feathers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym B-O-A-S-T-E-R: Boasts Often And Speaks The Excessive Reality.

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