Synonyms of prides

prides 1 of 2

noun

plural of pride

1

as in boasts

an asset that brings praise or renown

an architectural and acoustical masterpiece, the concert hall is the pride of the whole city

Synonyms & Similar Words

• boasts
• treasures
• jewels
• trophies
• honors
• highlights
• attractions
• features
• crown jewels
• glories
• excellences
• values
• feathers in one's cap
• credits
• virtues
• merits
• showpieces
• pièces de résistance
• distinctions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disgraces
• defects
• shames
• stains
• blemishes
• stigmas
• blots
• dishonors
• slurs
• smudges
• horrors
• messes
• frights
• eyesores
• smirches

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• best
• aristocracies
• tops
• Halls of Fame
• elites
• qualities
• societies
• elect
• A-lists
• creams
• choices
• royalties
• priesthoods
• flowers
• nobilities
• upper classes
• upper crusts
• primes
• pinks
• picks
• crème de la crème
• establishments
• corps d'elite
• fat
• gentries
• illuminati
• top drawers
• caviars
• who's whos

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• millions
• masses
• multitudes
• herds
• commoners
• mobs
• rank and files
• unwasheds
• hoi polloi

prides

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of pride

as in congratulates

to think highly of (oneself)

he prides himself on the quality of his writing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• congratulates
• flatters
• boasts
• brags
• vaunts
• plumes
• piques
• swaggers
• felicitates
• crows
• vapors
• swanks
• gasconades
• swashes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prides

Noun

Each lion in both prides had its own identification card, where details down to the whisker spots were logged. — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

Verb

In a small eastern Connecticut town that prides itself on being part of the Quiet Corner, even a relatively modest-size project like Meehan’s is drawing more controversy than usual. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 20 Aug. 2026

In addition to his passion for family and work, Met also prides himself on his style and clothing. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Considering that Laura Geller Beauty prides itself on creating makeup that complements mature skin—lip lines and all—we’re not surprised about how well this lipstick performs. — Jenny Berg, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026

Across the show’s three seasons, Rodriguez plays Jackie Howard, a New York native who prides herself on organization and meticulous planning. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026

The restaurant prides itself on using fresh ingredients in its dishes. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Only time will tell, but there’s no doubting the popularity of a competition that prides itself on an air of unpredictability, especially when compared to the Premier League. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Marius, approaching 50, is a big doctor in this provincial city, not just a surgeon but the director of the hospital, and a man who prides himself on his directness and honesty. — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026

Accessibility Offering dedicated rooms for those with limited mobility, elevator access to all floors, and specialized light indicators on room numbers and in-room telephones, the property prides itself on being accessibility-friendly. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026