proud (adj.)

  1. feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride; proud parents; proud of his accomplishments; a proud moment; proud to serve his country; a proud name; proud princes'

  2. having or displaying great dignity or nobility; a gallant pageant; lofty ships; majestic cities; proud alpine peaks

    [ Syn: gallant , lofty , majestic ]

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