proudly

[proud-lee]

adverb

1. with a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction over something regarded as highly honorable or creditable to oneself; with pride.

   She proudly accepted her appointment to the cabinet.

2. in a stately, majestic, or magnificent manner; impressively.

   Mount Rushmore is situated proudly in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proudly¹

First recorded before 1000; proud ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

Example Sentences

Alexandrovna herself appears in several photos taken with recruits when they first land in Russia; others depict foreign soldiers after they receive their citizenship, smiling to the camera and proudly showing off their passports.

From Los Angeles Times

The school colors blue and green were worn proudly by both sides.

From Los Angeles Times

“It was a lot of fun to confront him,” Ortega said quietly but proudly.

From Los Angeles Times

Many of the big brands proudly display models with blades in their shop windows, but don't sell shoes individually for athletes like Stef.

From BBC

Syn proudly sent me a link to a US public warning about Medusa which was put out in March.

From BBC