Word Usage
Mary W. Ng
June 26, 2009
boast, boost
Boast means “to proudly tell others what you have done”. Boost means “to help something to increase”.
| Incorrect: | He took the opportunity to boost about his achievements. |
| Correct: | He took the opportunity to boast about his achievements. |
| Incorrect: | It is a great way to boast your ego. |
| Correct: | It is a great way to boost your ego. |