Proud & Arrogant

a sense of high self-esteem or self-importance that one has

After receiving praise for his work, he developed a swollen head and started acting as if he was above everyone else.

to behave in a way that makes others think one is more important or of higher status than one actually is

Don't be fooled by his fancy clothes and sophisticated language; he's just putting on airs to seem more impressive.

one's arrogant and pretentious behavior that is meant to prove one's superiority over others

.If she’d get down off her high horse for a moment, she might realize there’s more than one point of view here.

used to describe someone who takes too much pride or satisfaction in their achievements

He dismisses everyone else's opinions, thinking he's always right, proud as Lucifer.

an action that makes one feel more important than others

During the meeting, he dominated the conversation, going on an ego trip and disregarding others' input

used to describe someone who has an excessively high opinion of themselves

He boasted about his family's wealth and connections, proud as a peacock, believing it made him superior to others.

used for saying that a person looks extremely satisfied, happy, or proud because of something they have done or achieved

After winning the competition, she walked around with a smirk, looking like the cat that ate the canary.

someone who considers themselves more important than others and often behaves in a very formal and old-fashioned way

Don't be a stuffed shirt, loosen up and enjoy the party!