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proudness

/ˈpɹaʊd.nəs/
proud · ness
Adverb:proudly
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Adjective:proud
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proudness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of being proud; self-respect, dignity, or a sense of satisfaction in one's achievements.

Example

"A quiet sense of proudness filled the room as the students received their diplomas."

2

An excessively high opinion of oneself; arrogance, haughtiness, or conceit.

Example

"His stubborn proudness prevented him from asking for help when his business began to fail."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In standard modern English, "pride" is strongly preferred over "proudness" as the noun form of "proud," though "proudness" occasionally appears in informal speech or to emphasize the personal quality of acting proud.

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• Nearby Words

protuberance
proud
proudly
proudness
prounion
provable
provably

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English proudnesse, formed from proud (from Old French prud, meaning valiant or noble) and the native English suffix -ness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Proudness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/proudness
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