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proudly

adv. manner
B1 Intermediate US //ˈpɹaʊdɫi// UK //pɹˈaʊdli// proud·ly

adv. in a way that shows you are very happy and satisfied with something you have done or own. You use this when you want to show others how much you value your achievements.

adv. in a manner showing deep satisfaction or pleasure in one's own achievements, qualities, or possessions. Often modifies verbs related to display or speech.


SIMPLE

She proudly showed her parents the gold medal she won.

CONTEXTUAL

The local baker proudly displays his award-winning sourdough loaves in the front window every morning.

COMPLEX

The architect stood before the completed skyscraper and looked up proudly, knowing that his design would define the city's skyline for decades to come.

Origin

From Middle English proutly, proudliche, prudeliche, prudliche, prouteliche, from Old English prūtlīċe, equivalent to proud + -ly.

Usage

Manner adverb — typically follows the verb it modifies or the direct object.

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