pride

Definition

  • n. a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
  • n. satisfaction with your (or another's) achievements
  • n. the trait of being spurred on by a dislike of falling below your standards
  • n. a group of lions

Word forms

Third person singular
prides
Past tense
prided
Past participle
prided
Present participle
priding

Example sentences

  1. n.

    She felt a deep sense of pride when she received the award for her hard work.

  2. vt.

    He prides himself on being a good listener and a supportive friend.