proud
/praʊd/
feeling pleased by what you do
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- 1.
Feeling pleased and satisfied because of something you or someone close has done.
"I’m proud of you for trying your best."
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I’m proud of you for trying your best.
I’m proud of you for trying your best.
She felt proud when she finished the marathon.
She felt proud when she finished the marathon.
His parents are proud of his achievements.
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How do you pronounce proud?
proud is pronounced [/praʊd/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does proud mean?
proud means "feeling pleased by what you do". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is proud?
proud is a Beginner-level word.
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Example: "I’m proud of you for trying your best." — used to mean "feeling pleased by what you do".
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