ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PROUD
Late Old English prūd, from Old French prud, prod brave, from Late Latin prōde useful, from Latin prōdesse to be of value, from prōd-, variant of prō- for + esse to be.
WHAT DOES PROUD MEAN IN ENGLISH?
Definition of proud in the English dictionary
The first definition of proud in the dictionary is foll by of, an infinitive, or a clause pleased or satisfied, as with oneself, one's possessions, achievements, etc, or with another person, his or her achievements, qualities, etc. Other definition of proud is feeling honoured or gratified by or as if by some distinction. Proud is also having an inordinately high opinion of oneself; arrogant or haughty.
10 QUOTES WITH «PROUD»
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I am very proud to be a part of the Livestrong Foundation. I am maybe only a member but I give everything I can to be sure that people understand that cancer is a disease for everybody - not only in France, in Europe, in Asia, it is all over the world. We must fight together, we must make something to fight the cancer, we must Livestrong.
I grew up in East Germany, and we were short on technology. So my father was really proud to be the owner of a turntable.
Black women don't have the same body image problems as white women. They are proud of their bodies.
What I am most proud of is the legacy of hope that FIFA and football leaves around the world. It makes all of the efforts and energy I pour into this job worth it.
I was proud to call Dr Rupert a friend. He was always a wonderful source of support and kindness.
No, and in fact I get a bit frustrated, because I'm actually quite good at one-liners, and I've had hundreds of them over the years, and they sink without trace, and I get very frustrated. Every party conference I really work on the speeches, and I always have two or three things I'm quite proud of, and no one ever remembers them.
I'm more proud of my upper body. Let's just say I'm a typical female in that way.
I'm a proud strict mom and, you know, I'm really proud of the two daughters I've raised. And I'm especially proud of my relationship with them. We're very close. I think we're good friends.
Women are capable of doing so many things these days, physically, emotionally, within relationships and career. There are so many things that women have evolved into and I feel really proud about where women are right now.
The one thing that I'm most proud of, during the Second World War, I worked on airplanes in a defense plant.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PROUD»
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proud in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
proud and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
This deeply moving book is a father's memoir of a brave, intelligent, and spirited boy.
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Ain't Too
Proud to Beg: The Troubled Lives and Enduring Soul ...
Whether you're a Temptations fan, a Motown aficionado or a pop-culture buff, you must read this book. They are pure Motown royalty and the most successful African-American recording goup in history.
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Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver
E.L. Konigsburg. Photo Credit: Ron Kunzman E. L. Konigsburg is one of the most
celebrated writers of books for children and young adults and the only author to
have a Newbery Medal and a Newbery Honor in the same year. Her first two ...
This deeply moving book is a father's memoir of a brave, intelligent, and spirited boy.
What makes people feel proud? .................. What does pride feel like? .....................
... How can pride make other people feel? ........ What if other people do not seem
pleased for me? ..................... How should I deal with pride?.................... What if I ...
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Tejano
Proud: Tex-Mex Music in the Twentieth Century
Chronicles the history of Tex-Mex music in the twentieth century, discussing its origins in Mexican culture, the diversity and complexity of the music, its importance to Mexican Texas culture in the context of Anglo-Mexican relations.
Guadalupe San Miguel, 2002
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I Am
Proud To Be A Hindu
What is Hindu Dharma? Why should a Hindu be proud of being a Hindu? Who is God? Where does God live? What He does and why is it necessary to worship God? This book is an answer to all these quetions.
Danielle Proud shows you how to produce fabulous signature pieces for every room - vintage-scarf cushions, sexy hostess aprons, personalised découpage tables and more - most of which you can make from things you already own.
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The
Proud Tower: A Portrait of the World Before the War, ...
The Proud Tower, the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Guns of August, and The Zimmerman Telegram comprise Barbara W. Tuchman’s classic histories of the First World War era During the fateful quarter century leading up to World War I, the climax ...
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Proud to be an Okie: Cultural Politics, Country Music, and ...
Throughout, La Chapelle's keen attention to shifting geographies and urban and suburban spaces is one of the work's real strengths. Another strength is the book's focus on dress, ethnicity, and the manufacturing of style.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PROUD»
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proud is used in the context of the following news items.
Hezbollah leader says he is 'proud' of US sanctions on 3 members …
BEIRUT – The leader of the Hezbollah militant group says he is "proud" of U.S. sanctions targeting three members of the group. Speaking before a graduation ... «Fox News, Jul 15»
Uma Thurman is very proud of her kids
The 'Pulp Fiction' star said: "I'm madly in love with all of my children and very proud of them. I think they conduct themselves with a lot of dignity and respect for ... «Hamilton Spectator, Jul 15»
We're less and less 'proud be be an American'
It's a day on which Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA" is probably second only to the National Anthem, but it seems Americans haven't been less "proud to ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
Smaller Majority "Extremely Proud" to Be an American
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- As Independence Day approaches, most in the U.S. say they are proud to be an American, including a slight majority, 54%, who are ... «Gallup.com, Jul 15»
Jane Fonda Admits She's 'Not Proud' of Plastic Surgery
I'm not proud of the fact that I've had it. But I grew up so defined by my looks. I was taught to think that if I wanted to be loved, I had to be thin and pretty. «ABC News, May 15»
“I'm proud to be a stay-at-home mum,” Kunis, 31, admitted in a …
Another source said the proud parents don't have nannies or nurses for their little one, preferring to raise Wyatt on their own. “Mila's focused on the baby right ... «NEWS.com.au, May 15»
Ottawa's 'Strong Proud Free' slogan can't be explained because it's …
Strong. Proud. Free. And a state secret. The genesis of the Harper government's "Strong Proud Free" slogan that is currently bombarding Canadian television ... «CBC.ca, Apr 15»
A Proud Mom of Three Posts a Picture of Herself in Bikini. Then She …
I wear a bikini because I'm proud of this body and every mark on it. Those marks prove that I was blessed enough to carry my babies and that flabby tummy ... «IJ Review, Mar 15»
Gus Poyet proud of Sunderland achievements but disappointed by …
“I leave Sunderland feeling proud of all of our achievements during my ... I am very proud that we were able to win all three, two of which were away from home. «The Guardian, Mar 15»
Camilla proud of father's regiment
"I feel very proud of my connection to this regimental family, and it is with enormous pride that I put on my 9/12th Lancers brooch, which I intend to wear for many ... «Daily Mail, Feb 15»
