verb
- behaved in a showy or ostentatious manner to attract attention or impress others
Usage: informal; past tense of showboat
Examples
- The quarterback showboated after scoring the touchdown.
- She showboated her new car by driving slowly through the neighborhood.
- The politician showboated during the debate to win over voters.
- He showboated his dance moves at the party.
- The athlete was criticized for having showboated instead of focusing on teamwork.
- They showboated their wealth by throwing an extravagant party.