self-pride

noun

Definition of self-pridenext
as in self-confidence

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Recent Examples of self-pride And DeSantis’ two stops in this early-voting state last week offered an early glimpse into whether Iowans actually want to be more like Florida — and the pitch played well, even in a state with a lot of political self-pride. — Jess Bidgood, BostonGlobe.com, 14 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-pride
  1. self-confidence
  2. self-worth
  3. confidence
  4. self-assurance
  5. assurance
  6. pride
  7. self-respect
  8. aplomb
Noun
  • Christina Applegate is back home and prioritizing self-confidence in the latest update on her ongoing battle with multiple sclerosis.
    — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Scot’s self-confidence in genderqueer expression seems unrealistic for his age and for the times, and yuppie Sam is too perfect.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of self-confidence
Noun
  • The Aries Full Moon illuminates your 2nd house of resources, bringing income, spending, possessions, or self-worth into sharper focus.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
  • There’s a little girl, representing his self-worth and highly critical of him.
    — Alex Ritman, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of self-worth
Noun
  • For people who feel intimidated by the gym, working with a qualified trainer for a few sessions can help boost confidence and refine technique, according to Zemer.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Young Musicians Unite is providing free music education to more than 20,000 students each week across Miami, using the classroom to teach not only instruments but also confidence, teamwork and leadership.
    — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of confidence
Noun
  • Reiter’s character’s brash self-assurance, along with her expressive face and physicality, really complement a deadpan Wickline.
    — Rima Parikh, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The 25-year-old from California opened the final with some swagger, popping four aces in the first game, but his self-assurance quickly ebbed.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of self-assurance
Noun
  • Those governments provide assurances that people won’t be persecuted or tortured, federal attorneys said.
    — Lindsay Whitehurst, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Engineering, assurance and operations can then retain their specialist decisions and stop rights.
    — Mohammed Cherifi, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of assurance
Noun
  • The 44-year-old first-time SEC coach has taken great pride in returning the edge that has been missing from Gainesville since Urban Meyer exited Alachua County back in December 2010.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Having held the reigning AFC Player of the Month in Walker to his lowest rushing total in 2026, the Dolphins can take pride that their run defense appears to be headed in the right direction.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of pride
Noun
  • Choosing a real destination that honors market realities is an act of self-respect.
    — Daren Smith, IndieWire, 24 June 2026
  • Recognition is nice, but self-respect is everything, Scorpio.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
Definition of self-respect
Noun
  • Los Angeles may still feel like summer but attendees from Charli xcx to Off Campus star Ella Bright are embracing the autumn equinox with aplomb.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Organizing security across multiple operating systems can be a hassle, but McAfee tackles that with aplomb.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of aplomb

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“Self-pride.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-pride. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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