noun

pride

Translation

pride, dignity, self-respect, a group of lions

He takes pride in his work.

Her pride was hurt by the criticism.

We saw a pride of lions on the safari.

pride in ((sth./sb.)) a feeling of satisfaction in (sth./sb.) He takes great pride in his children's success.

a source of pride something that makes one proud His daughter is a great source of pride for him.

a pride of lions a group of lions A pride of lions rested in the shade.

Synonyms: self-esteem, dignity; Antonyms: humility, shame

From Old English 'prȳde' (excessive self-esteem), related to the adjective 'proud'.

Picture a proud lion, the king of the jungle, leading its 'pride' (group). This connects the two meanings.