prideful

adjective

pride·​ful ˈprīd-fəl How to pronounce prideful (audio)
: full of pride: such as
pridefully adverb
pridefulness noun

Examples of prideful in a Sentence

prideful intellectuals long considered rock music unworthy of serious study at the wedding the prideful snobs ignored their poor relations
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What starts out as a cordial and pleasant discussion quickly becomes a wildly intricate game that preys upon confusion and fear, as Mr. Reed shares a plethora of history and knowledge that conflicts with the young women’s prideful beliefs. Jeff Conway, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 The standout here is Aquaman, portrayed as a prideful lord of Atlantis that just wants to be liked. Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024 Read the full Aries Daily Horoscope Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Are prideful emotions getting in the way of harmonious relationships? USA TODAY, 27 Sep. 2024 Each woman took the stage to share their thanks and was met by the crowd with prideful tears and hopeful clapping. Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for prideful 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prideful was in the 15th century

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“Prideful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prideful. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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prideful

adjective
pride·​ful ˈprīd-fəl How to pronounce prideful (audio)
: full of pride
pridefully adverb
pridefulness noun
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