Meaning of the word proud in English

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proud

US /praʊd/

UK /praʊd/

Adjective

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

Example:

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She was very proud of her son's academic achievements.

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I'm so proud to be part of this team.

Synonym:

pleased gratified satisfied content

Synonym:

ashamed humble

having or showing a high opinion of one's own dignity, importance, or superiority

Example:

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He was too proud to ask for help.

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Her proud demeanor made her seem unapproachable.

Synonym:

arrogant haughty conceited vain supercilious

Synonym:

modest humble

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