misproud

[ mis-proud ]

adjective

, Archaic.

1. unreasonably proud.

Word History and Origins

Origin of misproud¹

Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; mis- ¹, proud

Example Sentences

"The misproud and amphibious caitiff puts the monk upon me," said Richard to the Earl of Salisbury.

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And father is not misproud; and I don't believe we are; though proud of him we cannot fail to be.

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Nor do I speak to gratify that misproud and ignorant young man.

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And Father is not misproud; and I don't believe we are; though proud of him we cannot fail to be.

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A misproud man resolves to abide by the evil words which he has spoken in anger.

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