proudling

/ˈpraʊd.ɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of proud: feeling or showing pride, or past tense of proud: to walk with a proud or pompous gait.

“She was proudling her new puppy in front of everyone at the pet store.”

2. verb

past tense of proud: to feel or show pride in something.

“He was proudling his accomplishment and sharing it with everyone he met.”

3. noun

a person who shows or feels pride, or a person who walks with a proud or pompous gait.

“The proudling at the party drew a lot of attention with their extravagant outfit.”

4. adjective

feeling or showing pride.

“The proudling attitude of the new CEO is a concern for many employees.”

Synonyms

  • boasting
  • vaunting

Antonyms

  • humble
  • modest