adjective
having or displaying excessive self-esteem
He who is too proud to ask is too good to receive. French Proverb having or displaying self-respect It takes strength to be proud of yourself and to accept yourself when you know that you have something out of the ordinary about you. Abigail Tarttelin, 1987- magnificent Haiti is a proud nation, rich in heritage and spirituality. Michael Arden, 1982- highly gratifying to one’s self-esteem That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement. T. Barnum, 1810-1891 of distinction Yes, there is no doubt that paper is patient and as I don’t intend to show cardboard-covered notebook, bearing the proud name of “diary” to anyone, unless I find a real friend, boy or girl, probably nobody cares. Anne Frank, 1929-1945