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Meaning of proudheartedness | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

  1. Pride; self-respect.
  2. Arrogance; disdainfulness.

Examples

“When nd'q'uala first falls to the groom, a look of satisfaction, of proudheartedness spreads over his face, and, it is true, he is asked embarrassing questions, but he boldly and unashamedly gives an appropriate answer”
“And even his comrades in arms turn from him with embarrassment and contempt because he works up to fury his proudheartedness, does not respond with graciousness to their love and respect...”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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