points of pride

Sources of satisfaction

Points of pride are achievements, qualities, or possessions someone feels especially proud of and wants others to know about.

Organizations highlight their points of pride in promotional materials; individuals mention them in interviews or introductions: Her volunteer work and her garden were her main points of pride.

The phrase often appears in lists showcasing accomplishments.

Related

heritage · shared values · milestone · excellence · tradition · emblem · talent · diversity · community spirit · cultural expression · legacy · reputation · breakthrough · record breaker · winning streak · resilience · perseverance · landmark

Opposites
emotional valence of self-assessment

points of prideembarrassments

Sources of acute discomfort

regrets · humiliations · failures · disappointments · shortcomings

social perception and reputation

points of prideskeletons in the closet

Hidden embarrassing past

black marks · disgraces · scandals · blemishes · dirty laundry

emotional valence regarding achievements/attributes

points of prideembarrassments

Sources of acute discomfort

humiliations · disgraces · regrets · mortifications · skeletons in the closet

Family

point, points, pointed, pointing, pointer, pointers, pointy, pointless, pointedly

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G