proud (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /praʊd/
Definition
Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's own achievements, qualities, or possessions or those of someone with whom one is closely associated.
Examples
He was proud of his team's hard work and dedication.
She looked at her finished painting with a proud smile.
They were proud to be part of such a historic event.
How to Use proud
- proud of (prepositional phrase)
- Feeling satisfaction because of something good that you have done, or that someone connected with you has done. — "He was proud of his new car."
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