First Known Use: before 12th century
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1pride
noun \ˈprīd\
: a feeling that you respect yourself and deserve to be respected by other people
: a feeling that you are more important or better than other people
: a feeling of happiness that you get when you or someone you know does something good, difficult, etc.
Full Definition of PRIDE
1
: the quality or state of being proud: as a : inordinate self-esteem : conceit b : a reasonable or justifiable self-respect c : delight or elation arising from some act, possession, or relationship <parental pride>
2
: proud or disdainful behavior or treatment : disdain
3
a : ostentatious display b : highest pitch : prime
4
: a source of pride : the best in a group or class
5
: a company of lions
6
: a showy or impressive group <a pride of dancers>
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Origin of PRIDE
Middle English, from Old English prȳde, from prūd proud — more at proud
Related to PRIDE
- Synonyms
- ego, pridefulness, self-esteem, self-regard, self-respect
- Antonyms
- humbleness, humility, modesty
2pride
verb
prid·edprid·ing
Definition of PRIDE
transitive verb
: to indulge (as oneself) in pride
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First Known Use of PRIDE
13th century
Pride
biographical name \ˈprīd\
Definition of PRIDE
Thomas d 1658 Eng. Parliamentarian commander
PRIDE Defined for Kids
1pride
noun \ˈprīd\
Definition of PRIDE for Kids
1
: a reasonable and justifiable feeling of being worthwhile : self-respect
2
: a feeling of being better than others
3
: a sense of pleasure that comes from some act or possession <Parents take pride in their children's progress.>
4
: someone or something that makes someone proud <That car is my pride and joy.>
2pride
verb
prid·edprid·ing
Definition of PRIDE for Kids
: to feel self-esteem <I pride myself on my accurate spelling.>
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