pride
Plural
prides
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the quality of having excessive self-esteem that is considered a sin in religious beliefs
- She realized that her pride was getting in the way of her relationships.
- Many teachings warn against the dangers of excessive pride.
- His pride prevented him from asking for help when he needed it.
- Her pride made it difficult for her to accept constructive criticism.
Synonyms:
3
a number of lions that live together as a social unit
4
a motivating trait driven by the desire to uphold one's standards