Hubris
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhjuːbɹɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hubris is a noun meaning Excessive arrogance or pride, or presumption; originally (Greek mythology) toward the gods; a feeling of overwhelming and all-encompassing pride.
Meaning
Excessive arrogance or pride, or presumption; originally (Greek mythology) toward the gods; a feeling of overwhelming and all-encompassing pride.
Example Sentences
Antitrust prosecutors target big companies that exude hubris.
One would have thought that even Trump, despite all his hubris and egotism, would know better than to jump feet first into America’s most sensitive issue: racial division.
Word Forms
- hubrises
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arrogance, pride, ego, vanity, hybris, greatness.
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