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Proudest: meaning, definitions and examples

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proudest

 

[ หˆpraสŠdษ™st ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling satisfaction

The term 'proudest' is the superlative form of 'proud', indicating the highest degree of pride or self-satisfaction. It is used to express a strong sense of self-esteem or accomplishment, often in relation to an achievement or a loved one. Individuals may feel the proudest in moments of success, particularly when they have worked hard or overcome challenges. This sentiment can be directed towards personal achievements, familial connections, or affiliation with a particular group.

Synonyms

most delighted, most honored, most satisfied

Examples of usage

  • She felt the proudest when her son graduated from college.
  • He was the proudest of his team's victory in the championship game.
  • I am the proudest parent at this school event.
  • They stood together, the proudest family at the reunion.

Translations

Translations of the word "proudest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais orgulhoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฌเคธเฅ‡ เค—เคฐเฅเคตเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช am stolzesten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paling bangga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะนะณะพั€ะดั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ najbardziej dumny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ใ‚‚่ช‡ใ‚Š้ซ˜ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le plus fier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el mรกs orgulloso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท en gururlu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ ์ž๋ž‘์Šค๋Ÿฌ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูƒุซุฑ ูุฎุฑู‹ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejpyลกnฤ›jลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ najhrdลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ€้ช„ๅ‚ฒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najbolj ponosen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stoltastur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตาฃ ะผะฐา›ั‚ะฐะฝัˆะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ–แƒ” แƒแƒ›แƒแƒงแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™n qรผrurlu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el mรกs orgulloso

Etymology

The word 'proud' originates from the Old English 'prut', which meant 'brave' or 'valiant'. It has evolved over the centuries, passing through Middle English forms such as 'proude'. The meaning gradually shifted to encompass feelings of self-respect and satisfaction, particularly in relation to personal achievements or the qualities of others that one admires. The superlative form 'proudest' emphasizes the extent of pride felt. Throughout history, expressions of pride have shaped cultural identities and personal narratives, reflecting values and social standing. In contemporary usage, feelings of pride can be significantly influenced by societal expectations and personal fulfillment.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,421, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.