Hubris exaggerated pride or self confidence.[1] Hubris was first known to be used in 1884.[2]This word has its origins from the Greek word hybris[3]In today's world we use this term to as an adjective to describe a person who displays an intolerable level of haughtiness or arrogance, while in ancient times it could be a criminal offense that was frowned upon.[4]
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Template:"Hubris." Encyclopædia Britannica (2013): Research Starters. Web. 11 Apr. 2014.
- ↑ "Hubris." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 11 Apr. 2014. <http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hubris>..
- ↑ . http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hubris.
- ↑ http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hubris.
- ↑ Hubris could also characterize rape. Hubris was a crime at least from the time of Solon (6th century bc), and any citizen could bring charges against another party, as was the case also for treason or impiety. (In contrast, only a member of the victim’s family could bring charges for murder.)