hubris

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Learn the meaning of hubris with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

hubris

(noun)

Meaning

excessive pride or self-confidence

Example

"The hero's hubris ultimately led to his downfall."

Synonyms

arrogancehaughtinessconceit

Antonyms

humilitymodestymeekness

More about this word

Word origin
From Greek 'hybris', meaning excessive pride.

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