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pride Antonyms

Opposite of pride

Because the opposite of pride shifts with each meaning, the 19 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

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.

Usage Example

"The parents watched with immense shame as their daughter received her university diploma."

Strongest
shame
embarrassment
Strong
mortification
humiliation
regret
disappointment
remorse

• noun (Context 2)

Consciousness of one's own dignity, value, and self-respect.

Usage Example

"He refused to accept charity because his personal self-loathing would not allow it."

Strongest
self-loathing
self-hatred
self-contempt
Strong
shame
degradation
abasement
humiliation

• noun (Context 3)

The quality of having an excessively high opinion of oneself or one's own importance; arrogance or conceit.

Usage Example

"Ancient Greek tragedies frequently explore how unchecked humility leads to a hero's downfall."

Strongest
humility
modesty
humbleness
Strong
meekness
unpretentiousness
diffidence

• verb (Context 4)

To be especially proud or satisfied of a particular quality, skill, or achievement (used reflexively with 'on' or 'upon').

Usage Example

"The artisanal bakery prides itself on using only locally sourced organic ingredients."

Weak
ashamed

Similar words to pride

Words similar to pride shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

self-respect
arrogance
dignity
hubris
conceit
self-esteem
self-importance
satisfaction
See all synonyms of pride

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Pride. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/pride
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