Formal and Informal Expressions of gloat

In different contexts, you can replace 'gloat' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'rejoice, triumph' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'boast, brag' is a commonplace synonym.

gloat: Explore its Definition & Usage

gloat Definition

to feel or express great pleasure or satisfaction because of your own success or good luck, or someone else's failure or bad luck.

Using gloat: Examples

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

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He was gloating over his victory.
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She couldn't help but gloat when her rival failed.
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I don't mean to gloat, but I told you so.
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He's always gloating about his wealth.

gloat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gloat

Antonyms for gloat

Idioms Using gloat

gloat like a Cheshire cat
to smile widely and look very pleased with oneself, often in a way that is annoying to others
Example
He was gloating like a Cheshire cat after winning the game.
gloat one's eyes out
to look at something with great satisfaction or pleasure
Example
She was gloating her eyes out at the new dress she bought.
gloat over spilt milk
to be upset or angry about something that has already happened and cannot be changed
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There's no use in gloating over spilt milk. Let's just move on.

Phrases with gloat

gloat over
to take great pleasure in something, often at someone else's expense
Example
He was gloating over his rival's defeat.
gloat on
to dwell on something with great satisfaction or pleasure
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She was gloating on her success for days.
gloat about
to brag or boast about something with great satisfaction or pleasure
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He was gloating about his promotion to everyone he met.

Origins of gloat

from Old Norse 'gloð', meaning 'to glow'

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Summary: gloat in Brief

'Gloat' [ɡloʊt] means to feel or express great pleasure or satisfaction because of your own success or good luck, or someone else's failure or bad luck. It can be used in phrases like 'gloat over,' 'gloat on,' and 'gloat about.' The idiom 'gloat like a Cheshire cat' describes a wide smile that annoys others, while 'gloat over spilt milk' means to be upset about something that cannot be changed.