😏gloat

verb
/ɡloʊt/

Meaning

To take pleasure in someone else's misfortune or to show smug satisfaction.

Example Sentences

He couldn't help but gloat over his rival's failure.

Example Expressions

gloat over

Synonyms

relish, rejoice, triumph, boast, exult

Antonyms

sympathize, commiserate

Collocations

gloat over, gloat about, gloating smile, gloating tone

Related Vocabularies

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