ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Jactitation

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˌd͡ʒæktɪˈteɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Jactitation is a noun meaning Bragging or boasting, especially in a false manner to another's detriment.

Meaning

Bragging or boasting, especially in a false manner to another's detriment.

More Meanings

  1. A false pretense of being married to somebody.
  2. (medicine) Extreme restlessness; tossing and turning in bed.

Word Forms

Synonyms for jactitation

Depending on context, synonyms include boast, jactation, boasting, self-praise.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include boast, boasting, self-praise, jactation, blagging, self-flattery.

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