Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pridefulness
Noun
/ˈpraɪd.fəl.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being prideful; an excessive belief in one’s own worth or abilities.
Examples
- His pridefulness made it difficult for him to accept constructive criticism.
- The athlete’s pridefulness often alienated his teammates.
- She displayed a sense of pridefulness after winning the award.
Meaning
Pridefulness refers to a state of being overly proud, often leading to arrogance or superiority complex.
Synonyms
- Arrogance
- Hubris
- Conceit
