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pride

/pɹaɪd/
Meanings
  • noun

    feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are valued by oneself or by others

    - "He took pride in his work."
    - "She was proud of her children."
    - "The company took pride in its long history."
  • noun

    a sense of self-worth or self-respect

    - "He lost all sense of pride after being fired."
    - "She struggled to regain her pride after the embarrassment."
    - "He demanded respect and pride in his position."
Pronunciation
  1. /pɹaɪd/



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Synonyms

dignity , prid , sandpiper , conceit , disdain
Rhymes
Words rhyming with pride
tide , side , tide , guide , tide , ride
Variants
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Etymology
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From Old English prid 'value, esteem', from prīdan 'to value'. Related to pride oneself 'value oneself' and prideful.

Trivia
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  1. Pride is one of the seven deadly sins in Christian theology.

  2. The term 'pride goeth before a fall' is a warning against the dangers of excessive pride.

  3. The LGBTQ+ community uses the term 'pride' to refer to their collective sense of identity and achievement.

Related Concepts
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  1. Self-esteem: A related concept to pride, self-esteem refers to the overall opinion one has of oneself. While pride can be focused on specific achievements or possessions, self-esteem is a more general sense of self-worth.

  2. Arrogance: An excessive feeling of self-importance or self-esteem, arrogance is a negative form of pride. Arrogant individuals may believe they are superior to others and may act in a condescending or dismissive manner towards those they perceive as inferior.

Culture
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Pride is a complex emotion that can be both positive and negative. In a positive sense, it can lead to self-confidence and self-respect. In a negative sense, it can lead to arrogance and self-importance. Pride is often associated with achievement and success, and is a common theme in literature, art, and music. For example, Shakespeare's play 'Pride and Prejudice' explores the negative consequences of unchecked pride.

How to Memorize "pride"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person holding their head high and smiling, feeling a deep sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. This can help you remember the positive connotations of the word 'pride'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'pride' with the feeling of accomplishment and self-worth. You might also associate it with the image of a lion, which is often seen as a symbol of pride.

  3. mnemonics

    - One mnemonic for remembering the meaning of 'pride' is 'Proudly Revealing Intense Dedication Everyday'.

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