Definition

The state of having a high opinion of oneself or one's achievements, often to the point of arrogance.

Example

His pridefulness made it difficult for him to accept help from others.

Conversation

I think his pridefulness can sometimes get in the way of his friendships.

Yeah, it's hard for him to accept help from others.

Exactly! He needs to realize that being humble is important too.

For sure, a little humility goes a long way in building relationships.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pridefulness → It is formed from "pride" (from Old English "pryde", meaning a feeling of self-respect or satisfaction) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "pridefulness" means the state of being full of pride or having an excessive sense of self-worth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pride' as a feeling of self-respect and 'fulness' as being full of that feeling — that's why pridefulness means being full of pride.

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