boast (
http://definr.com/boast)
n : speaking of yourself in superlatives [syn:
boasting,
self-praise,
jactitation]
v 1: show off [syn:
tout,
swash,
shoot a line,
brag,
gas,
blow,
bluster,
vaunt,
gasconade]
2: wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner; "she was
sporting a new hat" [syn:
sport,
feature]