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.

Noun

1. speaking of yourself in superlatives