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proud

pronunciation:
praUd
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: feeling pleased, satisfied, or worthy because of an accomplishment, attribute, or possession.
proud of her wisdomproud of his horses
antonyms:
ashamed, embarrassed
similar words:
content, contented, happy, pleased, satisfied
definition 2: marked by, suggesting, or inspiring such a feeling.
a proud moment for her parentsa proud banner
synonyms:
exalted, glorious, laudable, lofty, noble, praiseworthy
antonyms:
embarrassed, embarrassing, shameful
similar words:
grand, great, stirring
definition 3: aware and respectful of one's own independence and worth.
too proud to accept a loan
synonyms:
independent, self-reliant, self-respecting
antonyms:
humble
similar words:
dignified, self-sufficient
definition 4: feeling and showing excessive satisfaction with oneself.
synonyms:
cocky, complacent, conceited, egotistical, pompous, self-satisfied, smug, swell-headed, vain, vainglorious
antonyms:
humble, modest
similar words:
arrogant, boastful, cocksure, haughty, lofty, self-important
definition 5: stately; magnificent.
synonyms:
dignified, grand, magnificent, noble, splendid, stately
antonyms:
unimpressive
similar words:
venerable
derivations: proudly (adv.), proudness (n.)
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  • proudly:
    in a proud way; showing pride.
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