Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fiercely-proud-of
adjective
/ˈfɪərsli praʊd əv/
Definition
Having a strong and intense feeling of pride about something or someone.
Examples
- She was fiercely proud of her team’s accomplishments this season.
- He is fiercely proud of his heritage and ancestry.
- Parents can be fiercely proud of their children’s achievements in school.
Meaning
The term ‘fiercely-proud-of’ conveys a deep and passionate sense of pride. It suggests that the speaker feels extremely proud, often to the point of defensiveness when it comes to the subject of their pride.
Synonyms
- proud
- boastful
- self-satisfied
- defensive
- passionate
