Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-swallow-ones-pride
idiom
/tǝ ˈswɒloʊ wʌnz praɪd/
Definition
To accept something difficult or humiliating without complaint; to suppress one’s ego or pride in a situation.
Examples
- After losing the argument, she decided to swallow her pride and apologize to him.
- He had to swallow his pride and ask for help with the project.
Meaning
This phrase often refers to instances where a person must put aside their vanity or self-respect in order to move forward or resolve an issue.
Synonyms
- humble oneself
- concede
- submit
