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To: GoLightly

Can you please describe the word "pride" in your own words?


231 posted on 12/16/2006 8:49:09 AM PST by Michael81Dus
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To: Michael81Dus

I guess it would be sort of like being pleased with something, while having a feeling of connection to it. There is the expectation of works behind it, meaning it has been earned. For example, one could take pride in having earned perfect marks in a class one has taken.

I looked at the definitions at dictionary.com & think I understand why you asked. Look at the word proud instead of pride & it will give you a better sense of the word, as I used it. "A feeling pleasure or satisfaction over something regarded as highly honorable or creditable to oneself."


232 posted on 12/16/2006 9:27:07 AM PST by GoLightly
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