verb
bask
BASK/bæsk/
To rest contentedly in pleasant warmth.
The woman basks in the sunshine with her eyes closed.
Etymology
Basken meant “to wallow,” especially in warm water; its deeper origin is unknown. The later image of soaking up warmth extends naturally to enjoying attention or approval.
In context
something nice about you just receive receive that and say thank you and like oh yeah like I I kind of like my outfit too like it's it's okay to bask in it
More examples
- We basked on the sheltered beach after swimming.
- She basks in the praise for her first published novel.
- The team is basking in its unexpected victory.
Forms
bask · basks · basked · basking
Similar words
- sunbathe
- Specifically involves exposure to sunlight rather than warmth generally.
- revel
- Emphasizes delighted enjoyment without the image of comfortable warmth.