overboast

/ˌoʊvərˈboʊst/

Definitions

1. verb

to boast or talk excessively or proudly about something

“He overboasted about his recent business success, which eventually led to a scandal.”

2. noun

an act of boasting or talking excessively or proudly about something

“The politician’s overboast at the press conference was met with skepticism by the media.”

Synonyms

  • boast
  • brag
  • vaunt

Antonyms

  • downplay
  • understate