English Dictionary (Humor) beta

beams The act of being in a state of intense happiness or joy.  ■ After winning the lottery, John couldn't stop beaming with pride and excitement.

Breast A large, firm organ on the upper part of a woman's torso. Also used metaphorically to refer to an individual's source of pride or support.  ■ "I'm really proud of my breast, it's been carrying me through tough times."

crowed To make a loud, boastful noise as if one is a proud and important person.  ■ "The king crowed with pride as he entered the grand hall, surrounded by his loyal subjects."

Denying The act of refusing or rejecting something, often out of stubbornness or pride.  ■ "I'm not denying that I made a mistake, but I'm not going to admit it!"

egotistical adjective: relating to or characterized by excessive pride in one's own abilities, achievements, or possessions  ■ "John's egotistical nature made him refuse to admit that he was lost on his way to the party."

Executioner A person who carries out death sentences as part of the legal system. Often depicted with a hooded cloak and a guillotine.  ■ "The executioner's job may be gruesome, but he takes pride in his precision."

glow To have a pleasant, contented expression or demeanor.  ■ "After finishing her job, she glowed with pride and satisfaction."

greatness A feeling of superiority and pride in one's own abilities or accomplishments, often expressed through excessive use of the word "great."  ■ "I may not be the best at this, but I'm still pretty great!

Humbly Adverbial modifier of a verb or noun, used to describe an action or state done with little importance, respect, or pride.  ■ "I humbly apologize for my mistake."

prided To take great pleasure or satisfaction in one's appearance, possessions, or abilities.  ■ "I'm so proud of my new car that I can't help but pride myself on it every time someone compliments me."

swelling An overwhelming sense of self-importance or pride.  ■ "I may not be the smartest person in the room, but I sure do have a big swelling head about it!"

Swollen A person or thing that is excessively proud, conceited, or self-important.  ■ "I'm not swollen, I'm just confident!" said the person who was clearly swollen with pride.

Utmost The highest possible degree of something, especially in terms of quality or intensity.  ■ I told my friend she looked her utmost best when she wore that blue dress. She was beaming with pride!

vanity An excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.  ■ He spent hours grooming his hair and applying makeup every morning just to look good on social media. That's pure vanity!

arrogance A quality or feeling of overweening pride or conceit; an excessive sense of one's own importance.  ■ John walked into the room with his head held high, exuding an air of arrogance that was hard to miss. When asked about his achievements, he responded with a smug smile and an insincere "of course I'm the best."

boxer A person who is extremely competitive and takes great pride in their accomplishments, often to the point of being obnoxious about it.  ■ "I don't know what got into him, but he turned into a total boxer after he won that competition."

Broomstick A long, thin stick used to sweep floors or stir a pot of soup.  ■ "When I accidentally knocked over the vase while trying to clean with my broomstick, it was like a slow-motion replay of that iconic scene from 'Pride and Prejudice'. Only instead of Jane Austen's witty dialogue, all I could hear was my own cursing."

calamity A hilarious or comical disaster, often resulting in a lot of laughter.  ■ "When I accidentally spilled my cup of coffee, it became a calamity for my shirt and my pride. But luckily, I had a spare shirt in the drawer!"

Congratulated To congratulate someone on their success, especially after they have completed a task or achieved a goal.  ■ "I can't believe I actually finished my marathon! You should have seen the look of pride and accomplishment on my face when I crossed the finish line. Congratulated!"

Garibaldi A colorful and flamboyant bird known for its bright feathers and loud calls.  ■ "The garibaldi bird is often used as a symbol of Latin American culture and pride. It's no wonder that this bird has become such a beloved figure in many countries around the world!

Growers People who grow plants or vegetables, often with a great deal of enthusiasm and pride.  ■ "The growers in our community are always so proud of their produce. They have even started a farmers market to showcase their hard work."

losing The art of letting go of things that are important to you, such as your pride or your sanity.  ■ Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing and knew it was going to lose its color.

Ownership The act of owning something, usually in the form of a legal right to use, possess, or control it.  ■ I own this car, but I'm not sure who actually owns the key. The quality of being an owner or proprietor of something, often expressed as a sense of pride or entitlement.  ■ "This is my house," said John with a smug grin on his face, clearly proud of his ownership., The act of claiming or taking possession of something as one's own, often through deceitful means or trickery.  ■ "I own this ring," said Sarah, holding it up for all to see, "but I had to use a bit of trickery to get it from my ex-boyfriend."

planner A person who has a detailed plan for every aspect of their life, and takes great pride in following it to the letter.  ■ "I'm such a planner," said Sarah. "I have my schedule down to the minute, and I never deviate from it. It's like I have a personal assistant inside me."

prestige A feeling of pride or honor that comes from having a high social standing or being respected by others.  ■ John's prestige as the captain of the football team increased when he led them to victory in the championship game.

Shareholder A person or entity that owns a small piece of a larger company, and who is entitled to a share of the profits.  ■ "I may be just a small shareholder in the company, but I take pride in knowing that I'm part of something bigger than myself."

Wing A thin piece of flat metal or plastic on the side of an airplane's engine that helps control its direction and speed.  ■ The pilot was a master of controlling her airplane using the wings. She could make it soar through the sky with ease!, A group of birds flying together, usually in formation.  ■ "I can't believe I was chased by a flock of angry seagulls while trying to steal their fish," the man said, shaking his head. "What kind of winged creatures are those?, A part of an airplane that is used as a landing gear when the plane touches down on the ground.  ■ "I can't believe I landed my plane safely using just the wings," the pilot said, beaming with pride. "That was quite the feat!

wound A deep injury or scratch on the skin caused by a sharp object, such as a knife or a nail.  ■ "I accidentally cut myself on a rusty old key while rummaging through my father's attic.", A metaphorical injury to one's pride or self-esteem caused by someone else's criticism or insult.  ■ "The cruel review of my book left me feeling wounded and humiliated."