English · Emotions & Feelings
pride
/praɪd/
[/praɪd/]
satisfaction in achievement
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling of deep satisfaction from one's own or another's achievements.
Example
She glowed with pride as her daughter walked confidently across the stage to collect the prize.
She glowed with pride as her daughter walked confidently across the stage to collect the prize.
Etymology
From Old English 'pryto', from 'prud' (proud), of uncertain origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Means justified satisfaction or, negatively, excessive self-regard.