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dignity vs pride

pride vs dignity

dignity and pride both are nouns.

dignity is not a verb while pride is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dignity Yes No No No
pride Yes No Yes No
As nouns, pride is a hypernym of dignity; that is, pride is a word with a broader meaning than dignity:
  • dignity: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
  • pride: a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
Other hypernyms of dignity include pridefulness.
dignity (noun) pride (noun)
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect unreasonable and inordinate self-esteem (personified as one of the deadly sins)
formality in bearing and appearance the trait of being spurred on by a dislike of falling below your standards
high office or rank or station a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
satisfaction with your (or another's) achievements
a group of lions
dignity (verb) pride (verb)
be proud of
Difference between dignity and pride

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