boastworthy

adjective

boast·​wor·​thy

ˈbōst-ˌwər-t͟hē

: deserving to be noted with pride : worthy of boasting

A quick dip in egg and matzo meal creates a light, crisp crust for this boastworthy fried chicken.

—Melissa Roberts-Matar, Gourmet, April 2006

… the 100-mile road race … : a boastworthy challenge you don't need a yellow jersey to accomplish.

—Chris Kostman, National Geographic Adventure, June/July 2007

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

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