hubris

/ˈhuːbrɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

excessive pride or self-confidence leading to a fall; overestimation of one’s own abilities or achievements

“The athlete’s hubris after winning the championship led to a scandal involving a cheating scandal.”

2. noun

a quality of being proud and confident to the point of arrogance

3. noun

pride or arrogance that is considered to be a fatal flaw

Synonyms

  • arrogance
  • pride

Antonyms

  • humility
  • modesty