bragging /ˈbɹæɡ.ɪŋ/noun 1forms 1phrases 1 noun1 •The act of one who brags.[…] there was a glint of amused contempt in his black eyes — contempt, as if he listened to the braggings of children. — 1936 formsbraggings Phrases with bragging bragging rightsThe prerogative to praise oneself for a skill or accomplishment.