pride · noun U /prɑɪd/
pride (SATISFACTION)
B2 a feeling of satisfaction with your achievements or the achievements of your family or friends
Dictionary examples:
She felt a great sense of pride as she watched him accept the award.
The whole community takes pride in the school.
Learner example:
I take pride in you and your patience. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)
pride (RESPECT FOR YOURSELF)
B2 the respect that you feel for yourself
Dictionary example:
She has too much pride to accept any help.
Learner example:
Her wou[n]ded pride misleads her into a strong prejudice. (First Certificate in English; B2; Romanian)
swallow your pride
C2 to decide to do something although it will shame or embarrass you
Dictionary example:
He swallowed his pride and asked if he could have his old job back.
Learner example:
She has had to put up with all the psychological harm that her husband has put her through and at the same time, she has had to keep on struggling for her children, never givin[g] in; holding back her tears, swallowing her pride just for the benefit of her daughters. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Spanish)
