Synonyms for

Pride

Verb / praɪd / Another word for pride — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction in one's achievements, qualities, or possessions.

Synonyms & similar words

congratulate superbia humility plume pridefulness self-esteem self-respect self-confidence self-worth dignity self-regard self-image self-possession pridefulness vanity arrogance conceit hubris haughtiness egotism pomposity swagger snobbery superiority contemptuousness

Synonyms by register

Formal

dignity self-respect self-esteem self-regard

Informal

swagger ego sass uppityness

Literary

haughtiness loftiness vainglory

Antonyms

humility shame modesty inferiority meekness abasement

Common collocations

  • take pride in
  • pride and joy
  • swelled with pride
  • national pride
  • sense of pride
  • pride oneself on
  • bursting with pride

Word family

noun pride
verb pride
adjective proud

Usage note

Pride can have both positive connotations (e.g., 'national pride') and negative ones (e.g., 'pride comes before a fall'). The verb 'pride oneself on' is reflexive.

Example sentences

  1. He felt a sense of pride after winning the race.
  2. She took pride in her ability to play the piano.
  3. His pride was hurt when he was criticized for his work.
  4. She had too much pride to admit she was wrong.
  5. He swallowed his pride and apologized for his mistake.

Quotes

  • Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. - Proverbs 16:18
  • Pride is the mask we make to hide our own unworthiness. - C.S. Lewis
  • Pride is a tricky, glorious, double-edged feeling. - Adrienne Rich

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