bask

[bæsk]

bask Definition

• 1. to lie or sit enjoying the warmth or heat, especially from the sun
• 2. to enjoy a situation or activity very much

Using bask: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bask" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The cat basked in the sun on the windowsill.

• Example

  We spent the afternoon basking on the beach.

• Example

  She basked in the glory of her success.

• Example

  He basked in the applause of the audience.

bask Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bask

• laze
• sunbathe
• revel
• delight
• enjoy

Antonyms for bask

• shiver
• freeze
• suffer

Phrases with bask

• bask in reflected glory

  to experience pride and satisfaction because of someone else's achievements

  Example

  She was basking in the reflected glory of her daughter's success.

• bask in the limelight

  to enjoy public attention and admiration

  Example

  The actor basked in the limelight after winning the award.

• bask in someone's smile

  to feel happy and content because of someone's smile

  Example

  She basked in his smile, feeling warm and loved.

Origins of bask

from Old Norse 'baðask', meaning 'bathe oneself'

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Summary: bask in Brief

'Bask' [bæsk] means to enjoy warmth or heat, especially from the sun, or to enjoy a situation or activity very much. Examples include 'The cat basked in the sun on the windowsill.' and 'She basked in the glory of her success.' Phrases like 'bask in reflected glory' and 'bask in the limelight' describe enjoying the success or attention of others.