noun
a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired.
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pleasure, joy, delight, gratification, fulfillment, satisfaction, sense of achievement, comfort, content, contentment
consciousness of one’s own dignity.
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self-esteem, dignity, honor, self-respect, ego, self-worth, self-image, self-identity, self-regard, pride in oneself, pride in one’s abilities, belief in one’s worth
faith in oneself
Opposite: shame
verb
be especially proud of (a particular quality or skill).
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be proud of, be proud of oneself for, take pride in, take satisfaction in, congratulate oneself on, flatter oneself on, preen oneself on, pat oneself on the back for, revel in, , glory in, delight in, exult in, rejoice in, triumph over, feel self-satisfied about, vaunt, boast about, brag about, crow about, gloat over, pique oneself on/in