What does PROUD mean?

Word: Proud 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

1. Feeling deep satisfaction or pleasure as a result of ones own achievements, qualities, or possessions.
2. Having or showing a high or excessively high opinion of oneself or ones importance.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: praud

UK: praud

4. Origin and Usage

The word "proud" comes from the Old English prūd, meaning "experienced, skilled." It has been used in English since the 12th century to describe a sense of satisfaction or pleasure in ones own achievements or qualities. It can also be used to describe an excessively high opinion of oneself or ones importance.

5. Synonyms

• Arrogant
• Conceited
• Haughty
• Self-important
• Self-satisfied

6. Related Words

• Brave
• Happy
• Trust
• Truth
• Worth

7. Example Sentences

1. She was proud of her hard work and dedication to her job.
2. He was too proud to admit his mistakes.
3. She walked with a proud stride, her head held high.
4. He was proud of his heritage and the accomplishments of his ancestors.