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hubris

IPA pronunciation: /ˈhjuː.brɪs/

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Russian meaning

Высокомерие, спесь

English definition

Excessive pride or self-confidence that often leads to downfall.

Example

Greek tragedies frequently center on the fatal hubris of mortal protagonists.

Collocations

fatal hubris
intellectual hubris
blinded by hubris

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