amour propre

/ˈɑmʊər ˌproʊpr(ə)/
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Definitions of amour propre
  1. noun
    feelings of excessive pride
    synonyms: conceit, self-love, vanity
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    type of:
    pride, pridefulness
    a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
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