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Proud

UK /["/praʊd/"]/US /["/praʊd/"]/

Definition

feeling pleased and satisfied about something that you own or have done, or are connected with

In simple words: Feeling happy and satisfied about something you did or achieved.

Examples

She felt proud of her accomplishments after finishing the marathon.
The proud parents cheered for their child during the graduation ceremony.
He was proud to represent his country at the international competition.
Despite the challenges, she remained proud and confident in her abilities.
Proud of his heritage, he shared stories from his family's past.

Usage notes

Use 'proud' to express satisfaction about someone else's or your own achievements. It's suitable for both informal and formal contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual settings when referring to serious accomplishments.

Grammar pattern

proud + of + object

Memory hint

Think of a peacock showing its feathers; it's proud of its beauty.

Collocations

be
feel
look
extremely
fairly
very
of
have every reason to be proud
have every right to be proud
be
feel
look
extremely
fairly
very
of
have every reason to be proud
have every right to be proud

Synonyms

pleased
satisfied
content
dignified
self-respecting

Antonyms

ashamed
humiliated
modest

Common mistakes

Incorrectly using 'proud' without 'of,' e.g., saying 'I am proud my son.'
Mixing up 'proud' with 'prideful,' which has a more negative connotation.
Using 'proud' to describe feelings unrelated to achievements.