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    Orgueil (en. Pride)

    /ɔʁɡœj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Feeling of self-esteem, often linked to vanity.
    His pride prevents him from asking for help.
    Son orgueil l'empêche de demander de l'aide.
    Character of a person who places great importance on their image and status.
    Pride can sometimes lead to isolation.
    L'orgueil peut parfois mener à l'isolement.
    Challenge, vanity, arrogance towards others.
    He showed his pride by refusing to acknowledge his mistakes.
    Il a montré son orgueil en refusant de reconnaître ses erreurs.

    Etymology

    The word 'orgueil' comes from the Latin 'orgulium', which means 'vanity'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have pride
    to be proud to the point of being unbearable.
    avoir de l'orgueil
    misplaced pride
    unjustified or excessive pride.
    orgueil mal placé
    to hurt someone's pride
    to do something that offends someone's dignity.
    blesser l'orgueil

    Related Words

    proud
    Who demonstrates pride.
    orgueilleux
    proud (feminine)
    Who shows great pride.
    fière
    vain
    Who is filled with vanity.
    vaniteux

    Slang Meanings

    Egotistical charm
    He was strutting around with his egotistical charm.
    Il se pavanait avec son charme égotique.
    Swelled head
    His success gave him a swelled head.
    Son succès lui a donné une tête enflée.