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gloat vs swash

swash vs gloat

gloat and swash both are nouns.

gloat and swash both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gloat Yes No Yes No
swash Yes No Yes No
As verbs, swash is a hypernym of gloat; that is, swash is a word with a broader meaning than gloat:
  • gloat: dwell on with satisfaction
  • swash: show off
Other hypernyms of gloat include blow, bluster, boast, brag, gas, gasconade, shoot a line, tout, vaunt.
gloat (noun) swash (noun)
malicious satisfaction the movement or sound of water
gloat (verb) swash (verb)
dwell on with satisfaction act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
gaze at or think about something with great self-satisfaction, gratification, or joy show off
dash a liquid upon or against
make violent, noisy movements
Difference between gloat and swash

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