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proud Feeling good about oneself or one's achievements, often to the point of arrogance or conceit.  ■ He was so proud of his new car that he refused to let anyone else drive it.


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maternity The period of a woman's life during which she is pregnant and gives birth to a child.  ■ She was so proud to be a mom, even though her maternity leave was over and she had to go back to work. The state or quality of being a mother or a parent.  ■ "I am so proud to be a mom, even though my maternity leave is over and I have to go back to work."

stands The act of being in an upright position, often used to describe something or someone that is tall or proud.  ■ He stood tall and proud as he walked through the hallway, making sure everyone saw how much he had grown since last year.

Accomplishment Something that you have done well or successfully.  ■ "I'm so proud of myself for finally getting a job after months of job hunting. It was an accomplishment I will never forget."

Arrogant Excessively proud or haughty, often in an unjustified way.  ■ John's arrogate claim to be the best basketball player on his team is nothing more than a case of false modesty.

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."

broader A person who is not as thin or as narrow as another.  ■ Mary was a broader woman, and she was very proud of it.

cluck A loud, repetitive "buk-buk" sound made by chickens.  ■ "I'm so proud of my little clucky!" said the mother hen, as her chicks followed her around like shadows.

cobwebs Noun: A collection of strings or fibers, typically made of silk and spun by spiders. Often used to describe a spider's web.  ■ The spider was proud of its intricate cobwebs that hung from the ceiling.

completion The act of finishing or completing something, often with great satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment.  ■ "I'm so proud of my new car, it's the completion of years of hard work and dedication."

consoling To cheer someone up or make them feel better after a difficult experience.  ■ After losing the game, John's teammates consoled him by telling him that he was still a great player and that they were proud of him.

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."

Cured A person who has been rid of a bad habit or addiction, such as smoking or gambling.  ■ "I'm so proud of my friend for finally curing himself of his smoking habit. He's a completely different person now!

Dave Gnukem3 A character in a video game, known for his cheesy catchphrases and love of pizza.  ■ "I can't believe I just ate the whole thing! Dave Gnukem would be so proud."

encouragement Something that motivates and gives hope to someone who is feeling down or discouraged.  ■ "I'm really proud of you, kiddo! You can do anything if you put your mind to it. Keep going!"

erect A state of being or appearing upright, especially in a proud or defiant manner.  ■ "The statue of liberty is erect and ready to welcome immigrants from all over the world."

Freshest The most recently acquired or experienced. Also, the most fresh-faced and innocent.  ■ "I just got my first job and I'm so proud of myself, I feel like the freshest thing on the block!"

Globe A large, round ball used for decoration or as a planet in space.  ■ "I'm so proud of my globe-trotting cat! He's seen more of the world than I have."

goodness A feeling of being pleased or delighted with oneself, one's abilities, or one's accomplishments.  ■ "I feel such goodness after completing my marathon. I am so proud of myself!"

graduates A group of people who have completed their education and earned a degree or diploma.  ■ The graduates were so proud of themselves, they threw their caps in the air.

homo A type of human who is attracted to people of the same sex., Also known as a "gay" or "lesbian."  ■ "I'm a proud homo, and I don't care what others think about it!"

Homosexual A person who is attracted to people of the same sex and has a romantic or sexual relationship with them.  ■ "I'm a proud homosexual, but I don't understand why people make such a big deal about it."

inbound The act of entering a room through the front door.  ■ I'm so proud that my inbound was perfect and I didn't spill my coffee on my shirt.

itself A noun that refers to the person or thing it is describing, but in a way that emphasizes its uniqueness and individuality.  ■ "I'm so proud of myself for finishing this project on time!

jezebel A person who is excessively proud or arrogant, often to the point of being insufferable.  ■ "He was such a jezebel about his cooking skills that he refused to let anyone else in the kitchen.

jumpsuit A suit of clothing made for jumping and landing gracefully.  ■ "I'm so proud of my new jumpsuit, it makes me feel like a superhero every time I jump off a building."

mileage The amount of distance traveled by an object or person, usually measured in miles.  ■ "I'm so proud of my car. It has over 200,000 mileage and still runs like a dream."

nationals A person or thing that is associated with a particular country or group of countries, often in a patriotic or nationalistic way.  ■ I'm really proud to be a national, especially when it comes to our flag and anthem.

new Something that has just been created or discovered  ■ "I'm so proud of my new haircut, it's absolutely fabulous

Offspring A group of humans, animals, or plants that are related by birth.  ■ "I'm so proud of my offspring, they make me laugh every day with their antics."

pride A feeling of deep pleasure and satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, qualities, or abilities.  ■ "I'm so proud of my dog, he learned to catch a frisbee!"

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."

Prouder To be more proud of oneself after a particularly successful performance or accomplishment.  ■ "After winning the gold medal in the 100-meter dash, Usain Bolt was prouder than ever before.

recycling The practice of converting waste materials into new products, often by using the same materials repeatedly.  ■ I'm so proud of myself for recycling my old CDs, I turned them into a functional jukebox!

Scholarship A humorous term for a grant or financial assistance given to a student for academic achievement.  ■ "I'm so proud of my cat. She won a scholarship for being the best at purring!"

scots A person from Scotland, known for their thick accent and love of whisky.  ■ "I'm so proud to be a scot! We have the best sense of humor in the world."

smug A person who is excessively proud of their abilities or accomplishments.  ■ "I may be smug about my cooking skills, but I can't seem to make a decent omelette."

Snatcher A person who snatches things away from others, often in a sneaky or stealthy manner.  ■ "I was so proud of myself for catching the last slice of pizza before my brother could get it," said the snatcher.

Squire A man who is so proud of his title that he thinks it makes him a gentleman.  ■ "I'm a squire, and I always dress to impress. That's why I wear my finest hunting hat every day."

stats A collection of numbers and other quantitative data, often used to measure performance or progress.  ■ "I'm really proud of my stats – I've been practicing every day for a month and my accuracy is up by 20%!"

successfully In a manner that makes one feel proud and accomplished.  ■ "I successfully completed my first marathon, but it's not like I haven't been bragging about it for weeks."

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.

Tacky A word or expression that is overly sentimental, romantic, or cheesy.  ■ "I'm so proud of you, my love! You're the bestest person in the whole wide world!"

upright A person who is morally and ethically upright, standing straight and proud.  ■ "I'm always happy to see an upright person in my community."

braggart A person who is excessively proud of their accomplishments and boastful about them, often to the point of irritation or embarrassment.  ■ "I may not be as strong as the braggart in the gym, but I can bench press my own body weight!"

citizen A human being who is a legal member of a state or country, and has certain rights and responsibilities.  ■ "I am a proud citizen of the United States of America!"  ■ "As a responsible citizen, it's important to vote in elections."

colonization The process of establishing settlements and claiming possession of foreign territories.  ■ Here are some funny examples of colonization:1. "When the aliens arrived on Earth, they claimed that they had been sent by the Queen to colonize our planet."2. "My grandma's family came from Scotland and settled in the United States during the colonial era. They were quite proud of their Scottish heritage, even though it made them the butt of many jokes."3. "The British have a long history of colonizing other countries, but it's important to remember that not all colonies are created equal.

Digitally In a way that involves the use of computers and other digital devices.  ■ John decided to digitally detox from his phone for a whole day. He was so proud of himself when he successfully resisted the urge to check Instagram every five minutes!

donkey A large, hoofed mammal with a long, curved neck and a shaggy mane, used for carrying heavy loads and as a source of milk.  ■The donkey's owner was very proud of his new ride, a shiny black donkey with a big bell on its neck that jingled every time it took a step.

furry A term used to describe people who dress up in animal-like costumes and engage in sexual activities with other furries.  ■ "John was a proud furry, wearing a sleek cheetah costume and engaging in some intense playtime with his fellow furry friends."