<p><strong>adjective</strong></p><ul><li>prouder</li><li>proudest</li><li>feeling pleasure or satisfaction over something regarded as highly honorable or creditable to oneself (often followed by of, an infinitive, or a clause).</li><li>having, proceeding from, or showing a high opinion of one's own dignity, importance, or superiority.</li><li>having or showing self-respect or self-esteem.</li><li>highly gratifying to the feelings or self-esteem: It was a proud day for him when his son entered college.</li><li>highly honorable or creditable: a proud achievement.</li><li>stately, majestic, or magnificent: proud cities.</li><li>of lofty dignity or distinction: a proud name; proud nobles.</li><li>chiefly South Midland and Southern U.S.: pleased; happy: I'm proud to meet you.</li><li>full of vigor and spirit: a proud young stallion.</li><li>obsolete: brave.</li></ul>