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Pride
01
the quality of having excessive self-esteem that is considered a sin in religious beliefs
Examples
She realized that her pride was getting in the way of her relationships.
02
a sense of self-respect, dignity, or personal worth
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Plural form
prides
Examples
She felt pride after completing the marathon.
03
a number of lions that live together as a social unit
Examples
A pride of lions rested under the acacia trees.
04
a motivating trait driven by the desire to uphold one's standards
Examples
She tackled the challenge out of pride in her abilities.
to pride
01
to feel pleased about someone or something
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
State verb
Regular
Present tense
pride
3rd person singular
prides
Present participle
priding
Past simple
prided
Past participle
prided
Examples
The company prides itself on quality and innovation.
Lexical Tree
prideful
pride
