Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pride
noun
/praɪd/
Definition
A feeling of deep satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements or the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated.
Examples
- She took great pride in her work as an artist.
- His pride in his team’s performance was evident during the celebration.
- Despite the setbacks, his pride motivated him to keep pushing forward.
Meaning
Pride is the sense of self-respect or personal worth, as well as a feeling of pleasure from one’s own accomplishments or the accomplishments of others.
Synonyms
- self-esteem
- self-respect
- satisfaction
- vanity
- arrogance
