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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)
hubris
(noun)
Meaning
excessive pride or self-confidence
Example
"The hero's hubris ultimately led to his downfall."
Synonyms
arrogancehaughtinessconceit
Antonyms
humilitymodestymeekness
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Word origin
From Greek 'hybris', meaning excessive pride.
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