pride
UK[praɪd]US[praɪd]
n
a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special.
n
a feeling that you are better or more important than other people.
n
the thing that gives someone the most pleasure or is most important to their sense of self.
n
a group of lions.
Etymology
the word 'pride' originates from the old english 'prȳde' or 'prȳte', which meant 'excessive self-esteem' or 'arrogance'. this old english term is derived from 'prūd', the adjective meaning 'proud', which itself was borrowed from the old french 'prud' or 'prouz', signifying 'valiant' or 'brave'. the old french term finds its ultimate source in the late latin 'prōde', meaning 'useful' or 'beneficial', which is a contraction of the latin 'prōdesse' ('to be of use'). the semantic journey thus evolved from a sense of 'being of value' to 'having a high opinion of one's own worth', eventually encompassing both its negative connotation of arrogance and its positive sense of legitimate satisfaction. the application of the word to a group of lions is a much later development, first recorded in the late 15th century, likely drawing a metaphorical link to the animal's perceived noble and majestic demeanor.
Analysis
the word 'pride' is a simplex word of old english origin. it does not contain separable morphemes in its modern english form.
Examples
she felt a great sense of pride after graduating at the top of her class.
his pride prevented him from admitting he was wrong.
the lion pride rested peacefully in the shade of the acacia tree.