brags
Bragging, or a brag, is the act of speaking about oneself—one's abilities, possessions, or achievements—in a manner intended to impress others. The term can function as a verb (to brag) and as a noun (a brag or bragging). It is typically contrasted with more modest or neutral self-presentation.
In everyday use, bragging conveys pride but is often perceived negatively, as it can come across as
A related term is humblebrag, a statement that claims modesty while highlighting a merit or success, often
Bragging appears across contexts from casual conversations and social media posts to sports, entertainment, and political
Related concepts include braggadocio, a more flamboyant or exaggerated form of bragging, and humblebrag as noted