vainglorious
|vain-glor-i-ous|
C1
/ˌveɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/
excessive pride
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vainglorious' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'vainglorie,' where 'vain' meant 'empty' and 'glorie' meant 'glory.'
Historical Evolution
'vainglorie' transformed into the modern English word 'vainglorious.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'empty glory,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessively proud of oneself.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41