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Meaning of proudly
The primary meaning of "proudly" is to feel or show pride.
Etymology of proudly
The word "proudly" is derived from the adjective "proud", which has its roots in Old English "prūd" and Old French "prud", ultimately from Latin "prodesse", meaning "to be of value" or "to benefit"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of emotions, from positive feelings of self-respect and dignity to negative feelings of arrogance and haughtiness
Synonyms
confidently
boldly
courageously
fearlessly
valiantly
gallantly
heroically
nobly
dignifiedly
loftily
haughtily
arrogantly
smugly
complacently
self-importantly
imperiously
dominantly
superiorly
condescendingly
patronizingly
disdainfully
snootily
snobbishly
pretentiously
grandly
majestically
regally
imperially
authoritatively
commandingly
decisively
resolutely
firmly
steadfastly
unapologetically
unashamedly
Definitions
- With a sense of pride or satisfaction
- * In a way that shows pride or self-respect
Usage Examples
- The company proudly announced its new product line
- * She walked proudly across the stage to receive her award
- * He proudly served his country in the military
Antonyms
humbly
modestly
shyly
timidly
fearfully
submissively
obediently
compliantly
Obediently
passively
resignedly
meekly
sheepishly
apologetically
regretfully
remorsefully
shamefully
guiltily
awkwardly
self-consciously
nervously
anxiously
hesitantly
uncertainly
doubtfully
unconfidently