proud

/pɹaʊd/adjective

Feeling pleased and satisfied because of something you or someone close to you has done.

Example sentence

“Her parents were proud of her for finishing the marathon.”

Takes 'of', never 'for': proud of her work. The word can also turn negative: too proud to ask for help.

Related words

lonelySad because you are cut off from other people.jealousFeeling bitter or resentful because someone else has something you want, such as success or possessions.gratefulFeeling or showing thanks for something someone has done for you.nervousWorried and easily upset; feeling tense or on edge.anxiousFeeling worried or uneasy, especially about something uncertain or still to come.excitedFull of eager energy and enthusiasm about something.