Synonyms for "proud"
13 kid-friendly synonyms for proud, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "proud" mean?
The word proud is an adjective that means: feeling good about something you or someone close to you did.
Example: "I am proud of my drawing."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for proud
Younger kids can use these in place of "proud":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for proud
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for proud
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of proud (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of proud:
FAQ — synonyms for proud
What is a good synonym for proud in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try happy. For older students, "satisfied" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does proud have?
We list 13 grade-appropriate synonyms for proud across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is proud a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, proud is used as an adjective.
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