pride
Pronunciation: [praɪd]
Context: "emotion"
(noun) a feeling of satisfaction and happiness about something you or someone close to you has done. It's like being really happy and excited because you've worked hard and achieved something good.
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She felt a lot of pride when she received her award for being the best student.
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He had no pride in his work because he didn't try his best.
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What makes you feel pride in your achievements?
Context: "self-image"
(noun) a belief that you are important and deserve respect. It can sometimes make you feel better about yourself or help you stand up for what you think is right.
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His pride helped him stand up for his ideas in the meeting.
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Her pride prevented her from asking for help when she needed it.
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How does your pride influence your decisions?
Context: "group identity"
(noun) a feeling of connection and celebration with a group, especially within communities like LGBTQ+. It shows that people are proud of who they are and want to be accepted.
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The Pride parade celebrated love and acceptance for everyone.
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Not everyone in the community felt pride during the event due to past struggles.
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Why do people celebrate Pride Month?
Context: "behavior"
(verb) to have a feeling of deep satisfaction and to feel proud of something or someone. It's when you think well of yourself or others because they’ve done something special.
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He prides himself on helping others and making a difference in the community.
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She doesn't pride herself on her achievements since she believes everyone can do well.
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What qualities do you pride yourself on having?