Synonyms for

Proud

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

Definition

feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's achievements, qualities, or possessions or those of someone with whom one is closely associated

Synonyms & similar words

majestic lofty gallant humble pleased satisfied content gratified fulfilled joyful delighted elated glad happy thrilled accomplished successful confident assured self-confident self-assured haughty arrogant

Synonyms by register

Formal

self-assured dignified gratified content

Informal

chuffed pleased as punch over the moon smug

Literary

haughty lofty vainglorious

Antonyms

humble modest ashamed embarrassed meek unassuming servile

Common collocations

  • proud of
  • proud moment
  • proud father
  • proud mother
  • proud of yourself
  • proud tradition
  • proud history

Word family

noun pride
adverb proudly

Usage note

When used to describe a feeling of satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements, 'proud' is usually followed by 'of'. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation of arrogance or conceit, especially when used without a clear reason for the pride.

Example sentences

  1. I am proud of my grades.
  2. She was proud of her first place ribbon in the race.
  3. The mother was proud of her son for being kind to his sister.
  4. He always felt proud of his heritage.
  5. I am proud of my country.

Quotes

  • Be proud of every scar on your heart, each one holds a lifetime's worth of lessons.
  • Proud people breed sad sorrows for themselves.
  • Proud hearts and lofty eyes.

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