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proud
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- pronunciation:
- praUd
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
feeling pleased and satisfied because of something one owns or has done.
He is proud of his new car.My daughter is proud of her good grades.
- antonyms:
- ashamed
- similar words:
- content, happy, pleased
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| definition 2: |
having a very high opinion of one's self.
The proud millionaire refused to ride the bus. |
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| derivations: |
proudly (adv.), proudness (n.) |
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