hubris
noun | /hubris/
Excessive pride, self-confidence, or ambition that often leads to a person’s downfall.
hubris
noun | /hubris/
Advanced WordsHARDExcessive pride, self-confidence, or ambition that often leads to a person’s downfall.
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"The leader’s hubris made him ignore warnings from his advisers. Means: The leader’s excessive pride caused him to disregard advice."
"In the tragedy, the hero’s hubris ultimately brings about his downfall. Means: The hero’s extreme arrogance eventually causes his defeat."
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Imagine a proud person saying, “I’m above everyone”: that extreme pride is hubris.
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