SELF-PRIDE Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

self-pride

noun

Definition of self-pride

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

Noun

On July 27, as the sun in Leo makes an opposition to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, your self-confidence could be met with resistance, or maybe a personal desire clashes with social expectations.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
But behind the scenes, Asibuo adheres to a strict five-phase system that also teaches emotional intelligence and conversational skills while aiming to build self-confidence.

— Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 24 July 2026

Definition of self-confidence

Noun

The lunar eclipse in Pisces will also put money, self-worth and matters of compensation under a microscope at the end of the month.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
To see a message of self-worth and upliftment weaponized to soundtrack destruction and violence is a complete violation of everything my song stands for.

— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 July 2026

Definition of self-worth

Noun

Once at the top of the mile-long climb, only one nit had come off the battery, and the Vienna flew down the backside of the hill at over 30 mph with confidence.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
More broadly, Iran’s attacks have also punctured confidence and security in the Gulf, disrupting tourism and air travel in a key global transport node, and prompting some expats to flee.

— Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

Definition of confidence

Noun

The self-assurance that allowed Odysseus to act decisively often became arrogance, leading him to be too quick to dismiss counsel and too slow to change course once committed.

— Dr. Samantha Madhosingh, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
In a social media post on Monday, May 11, the nonprofit said the chicks' leg bones are maturing as both eaglets remain steady in their nest, standing and walking about with self-assurance.

— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 12 May 2026

Definition of self-assurance

Noun

The public seeks assurances that AI's economic benefits will be broadly shared.

— Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
And though at least some Heat interest in DeRozan would be expected if James bypasses the Heat, Miami as of Monday had made no assurances to DeRozan and hasn’t told him if he will be pursued if James doesn’t join Miami, according to a source.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Definition of assurance

Noun

Plus, the constant convoys of soldiers driving in and out of the base just down the street gave them a sense of security and pride.

— Austin Fast, USA Today, 26 July 2026
Though it was legally banned and deemed indecent in the 19th century, Tahitian dance has grown to become an internationally renowned source of cultural pride.

— Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026

Definition of pride

Noun

However, Akey is an exceptional skater, reads plays well and can pass the puck with aplomb.

— Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Philip Marlowe as Chandler’s private eye is a smooth talking, whiskey-drinking character who tosses suggestive suggestions and 38 revolvers around with equal aplomb.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026