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gloating

/ˈɡləʊtɪŋ/ /ˈɡloʊtɪŋ/

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verb

Schadenfreude empfinden, sich weiden

To exhibit a conspicuous (sometimes malevolent) pleasure or sense of self-satisfaction, often at an adversary's misfortune.

Examples :

"After winning the spelling bee, Sarah tried not to be obvious, but she was clearly gloating over her friend's defeat. "

Nachdem Sarah den Rechtschreibwettbewerb gewonnen hatte, versuchte sie, es nicht zu zeigen, aber sie weidete sich eindeutig am Misserfolg ihrer Freundin.

emotion attitude character negative human

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verb

Schadenfreude empfinden, sich weiden

To triumph, crow, relish, glory, revel.

Examples :

"After winning the race, Mark was careful not to be seen gloating over his friend's loss. "

Nachdem Mark das Rennen gewonnen hatte, achtete er darauf, nicht zu zeigen, dass er sich über den Verlust seines Freundes weidete.

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noun

Schadenfreude, Häme

The act of one who gloats.

Examples :

"After winning the chess tournament, his gloating annoyed the other players. "

Nachdem er das Schachturnier gewonnen hatte, ärgerte seine Schadenfreude die anderen Spieler.

character attitude action negative emotion