self-praise

/'self'preiz/
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self-praise

A man's self-praise made his colleagues uncomfortable.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Speaking of yourself in superlatives: The act of praising oneself, often using exaggerated or excessively favorable terms to describe one's own qualities, achievements, or importance.
Usage
  • The word "self-praise" is used to describe the act of boasting about oneself. It typically carries a negative connotation, suggesting vanity, arrogance, or a lack of modesty. It is often discussed as an undesirable trait.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • His constant self-praise made it difficult for others to work with him.
    • The autobiography was criticized for being little more than an exercise in self-praise.
    • Modest people avoid self-praise.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be full of self-praise": To be characterized by frequently praising oneself.
    • After the successful project, he was full of self-praise, forgetting his team's contributions.
  • "Indulge in self-praise": To engage in the act of praising oneself.
    • Politicians often indulge in self-praise during election campaigns.
Variants and Related Words
  • Self-congratulation (noun): The act of congratulating oneself, similar to self-praise but often for a specific achievement.
    • The celebratory speech was a moment of pure self-congratulation.
  • Boast (noun/verb): A statement expressing excessive pride; to speak with excessive pride.
    • His claim was an empty boast. (noun)
    • She boasted about her high score. (verb)
Synonyms
  • Bragging: Talking with excessive pride about one's achievements or possessions.
  • Vaunting: Speaking boastfully; boasting.
  • Crowing: Expressing great pride or triumph, especially in a noisy or demonstrative way.
Antonyms
  • Humility: The quality of having a modest view of one's importance.
  • Modesty: The quality of not being too proud or confident about oneself or one's abilities.
  • Self-deprecation: The act of belittling or undervaluing oneself; modesty about one's abilities.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "Blow one's own trumpet" (also "toot one's own horn"): To boast about one's own achievements.
    • He never misses a chance to blow his own trumpet.
  • "Pat oneself on the back": To praise or congratulate oneself.
    • You can pat yourself on the back for a job well done.
self-praise

A man's self-praise made his colleagues uncomfortable.

Noun
  1. speaking of yourself in superlatives

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