Synonyms for

Proudly

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

Definition

in a way that shows deep satisfaction or pleasure; with a feeling of pride

Synonyms & similar words

boastfully confidently gracefully happily joyfully pleasedly smugly triumphantly victoriously exultantly haughtily imperiously arrogantly self-importantly conceitedly egotistically snobbishly superciliously pompously

Synonyms by register

Formal

loftily haughtily arrogantly

Informal

big boastfully with swagger

Literary

vauntingly exultantly triumphantly

Antonyms

humbly meekly shyly timidly unassumingly modestly

Common collocations

  • proudly display
  • proudly announce
  • proudly wear
  • proudly present
  • proudly admit
  • proudly stand
  • proudly serve

Word family

noun pride
adjective proud
adverb proudly

Usage note

While 'proudly' often implies positive self-esteem, it can sometimes carry a negative connotation of arrogance or boastfulness depending on the context.

Example sentences

  1. He walked proudly to the stage to receive his diploma.
  2. She beamed proudly at her artwork hanging on the wall.
  3. The team held their heads up high and walked proudly off the field.
  4. The mother watched proudly as her child performed in the school play.
  5. He spoke proudly of his family's accomplishments.

Quotes

  • "Be proud of who you are and not ashamed of how others see you." - Anonymous
  • "Proud people breed sad sorrows for themselves." - Emily Bronte
  • "Be proud of every scar on your heart, each one holds a lifetime's worth of lessons." - Wallace Stegner

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