VAPOR Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

vapor

verb

Definition of vapor

as in to boast

to praise or express pride in one's own possessions, qualities, or accomplishments often to excess a faded Southern belle tiresomely vaporing about all the handsome beaux she had in her long-ago youth

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Recent Examples of vapor Scorching flames turn it to vapor and keep heating that steam to more than 400 degrees Fahrenheit before sending it out around Manhattan. — Patrick McGeehan, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024 Volatility, even if reduced in new products, means droplets can go from liquid to vapor and travel on the wind, even after spraying. — The Arizona Republic, 10 Feb. 2024 This gradually increases the amount of vapor produced as the system absorbs heat and converts liquid to vapor. — Issam Mudawar, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2023 The other challenge was the presence of both liquid and vapor the refrigeration cycle. — IEEE Spectrum, 10 June 2021 See All Example Sentences for vapor

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McGraw boasts 29 ahead of Jason Aldean (27), Luke Bryan, Alan Jackson and Strait (26 each).

— Russ Penuell, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026
Both execs are well-liked and respected, and both boast tremendous domains, consisting of both studios and networks.

— Michael Schneider, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of boast

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As one of only five dancers throughout Dancing With the Stars‘ history to be promoted from troupe to pro after just one season, Hailey Bills has every right to brag.

— McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
Some post screenshots of their trades, bragging about their bets on Sorsby’s misfortune.

— Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Sep. 2026

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Designed to be used, displayed, combined and gifted, the pieces blend everyday function with Ginori’s refined aesthetic, colorful palette and touches of gold.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
In this photo illustration, the cryptocurrency electronic cash Bitcoin (BTC, BCH) logo seen displayed on a smartphone with an Artificial intelligence (AI) chip and symbol in the background.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026

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