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as in pridefulness
a reasonable or justifiable sense of one's worth or importance
finishing that survival course gave me a real sense of pride and confidence in my abilities
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as in jewel
an asset that brings praise or renown
an architectural and acoustical masterpiece, the concert hall is the pride of the whole city
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as in vanity
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements
so full of pride that they were ripe for a big comedown
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
crackerjack test pilots who are the pride of the navy's air arm
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Recent Examples of pride
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Aside from hotel-quality designs, the bedding brand takes pride in their fair-trade practices and non-toxic materials, and has earned seals for Fair Trade Certified and Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS).
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Best Building Set for Older Children Kids who pride themselves on their building expertise can take their experience to new levels with this mega magnetic construction kit.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
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Noun
At the same time, there's been a surge of pride in traditional Chinese culture, fueled by national confidence and cultural awareness.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Aside from hotel-quality designs, the bedding brand takes pride in their fair-trade practices and non-toxic materials, and has earned seals for Fair Trade Certified and Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS).
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
Unlike national franchises, the firm prides itself on offering a deeply personal approach, ensuring each client is supported through what is often one of life’s most stressful transitions.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Best Building Set for Older Children Kids who pride themselves on their building expertise can take their experience to new levels with this mega magnetic construction kit.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pride
Noun
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To be sure, the brand is known for the Létrange Empreinte bag and its sculptural twisted handle, that was originally intended to be a jewel itself before creative director Mathias Jaquemet put it on the leather accessory.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
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Like a teapot on a slow boil, they are supposed to heat up gradually over many months, riding a rising tension that reaches its crescendo in its final weeks, as players or teams slug it out for that last jewel.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Even as the young man attempts to ignore the din of city life outside his window, his fear of losing his vanity is ultimately what disrupts his fantasies.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
15 Oct. 2025
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While Lee road trips around Osage County, Betty Jo sits at the vanity, deciding whether to put on her wedding ring.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Oct. 2025
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Smith, coming off season bests in targets (10) and yards (114) in Week 5, should again be a focal point.—
Brad Evans,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Likely had a breakout season last year, totaling 42 catches, 477 yards and six touchdowns — all career bests.—
Hunter Simpson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As commissioner Cathy Engelbert took the microphone to congratulate the Las Vegas Aces and crown them the WNBA champions, fans in Phoenix drowned out her message with relentless booing.—
Shannon Ryan,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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One attendee in the crowd was even spotted giving the middle finger while Engelbert spoke to congratulate the Aces.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Chiefs are back, just as quickly as they were dismissed, and that’s in more than ways than post-game one-liners exuding some confidence after a convincing 30-17 win against the red-hot Lions.—
Sam McDowell
October 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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Showing confidence the whole night that the outcome wouldn’t really be in doubt, BSU went for it seven times on fourth down, converting six of those.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Oct. 2025
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Beyond its monetary value, the treasure hoard holds significant historical importance, the press release concluded.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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Foraging for Pawpaws Finding pawpaws feels a bit like finding hidden treasure.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Prior to the game, Jenkins’ biggest issue was likely a bruised ego.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
15 Oct. 2025
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Both investors emphasized Chavarria’s authenticity and lack of ego as key factors in their decision to back him.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Neither have confirmed the collaboration at the time of going to print, but fans are already buzzing about the pairing of K-pop royalty and British pop aristocracy.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Oct. 2025
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The entire film plays out over one long party at an English estate, where the stuffy, traditional English aristocracy collide with Hedda’s bohemian artist friends.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Pride.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pride. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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