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Meanings of pride in English
Catalan
supèrbia 
Allegorical human figure personifying pride as of one of the Seven Deadly Sins.
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Inwardly directed emotion that carries two common meanings.
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Examples for "haughtiness"
Examples for "haughtiness"
1
The haughtiness of these ecclesiastical princes drove them to the proudest humility.
2
But the more they humbled themselves, the higher was his haughtiness raised.
3
And, when the prayer was over, he said with his old haughtiness:
4
She dresses well and carries herself with a kind of sweet haughtiness.
5
He had lost somewhat of his assurance, his pride and overbearing haughtiness.
Usage of pride in English
1
We take great pride in determining the most accurate nutritional information possible.
2
This thriving TV industry has become a great source of national pride.
3
Special Forces pride themselves in their ability to work within any culture.
4
We pride ourselves as being one of the richest countries in Europe.
5
This situation changes often, and we pride ourselves on anticipating it timeously.
6
Mexico has flatly refused, making the issue a point of national pride.
7
Today personal pride and emotions of any sort must be set aside.
8
The Bani Qaynuqa let their pride blind them to the new reality.
9
In sooth the Infidels are absorbed in pride, in contention with thee.
10
Among these three factors, pride of place is given to modern medicine.
11
In two things the woman sinned, in pride and eating the fruit.
12
The pride of the best cook in the band was seriously offended.
13
That said; do watch out for denting someone's pride in the process.
14
She said the words with pride, thinking again how lucky she was.
15
Its drivers are trained professionals who take great pride in their work.
16
On major thoroughfares, emblazoned on road signs, Sydenham takes pride of place.
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Pride across language varieties
United Kingdom
Common
South Africa
Common
Ireland
Common
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