Boasting
/ˈboʊstɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of making claims or statements that emphasize one's achievements or qualities, especially in a way that may be exaggerated or boastful.
The contract disallowed boasting about the firm's past successes in advertising the new product.
Forms
- boast
- boasts
- boasted
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Commentary
In legal contexts, boasting can be relevant when statements cross into misrepresentation, impacting contract or tort claims.
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