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Definition of Gloat
1. Verb. Dwell on with satisfaction. "Sam and Sue gloat"
Exact synonyms: Crow, Triumph
Generic synonyms: Blow, Bluster, Boast, Brag, Gas, Gasconade, Shoot A Line, Swash, Tout, Vaunt
Specialized synonyms: Congratulate, Preen
Derivative terms: Crow, Crowing, Gloating
Generic synonyms: Blow, Bluster, Boast, Brag, Gas, Gasconade, Shoot A Line, Swash, Tout, Vaunt
Specialized synonyms: Congratulate, Preen
Derivative terms: Crow, Crowing, Gloating
2. Noun. Malicious satisfaction.
3. Verb. Gaze at or think about something with great self-satisfaction, gratification, or joy. "Sam and Sue gloat over the results of the experiment"
Definition of Gloat
1. v. i. To look steadfastly; to gaze earnestly; -- usually in a bad sense, to gaze with malignant satisfaction, passionate desire, lust, or avarice.
Definition of Gloat
1. Verb. To exhibit a conspicuous sense of self-satisfaction, often at an adversary's misfortune. ¹
2. Noun. An act or instance of gloating. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gloat
1. to regard with great or excessive satisfaction [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gloat
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