Multiple choice Directions: Choose the option that correctly defines the word given in bold. Gasconade Boast Deny Allow Approve Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Gasconade means to boast or brag extravagantly. The term comes from Gascony (a region in France), whose people were stereotypically known for their boastful nature. Deny, allow, and approve are unrelated to the meaning of boasting.