To be extremely pleased with oneself; to be highly complacent or triumphant; to look smug and self-satisfied.
小明在考试中取得了优异成绩，不禁得意洋洋地向同学们展示他的高分。
Xiao Ming, having achieved excellent grades in the exam, couldn't help but beam with pride as he showed his high score to his classmates.
Era:
Ancient
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Story:
During the Spring and Autumn period, Yan Ying, who served as prime minister for three reigns in the State of Qi, held a high position but was always composed and very modest in his actions.
His coachman, however, felt extremely proud and self-satisfied that he could drive for the prime minister.
Upon seeing this, the coachman's wife admonished him, saying he should learn from Yan Ying. From then on, the coachman became very humble.
Yan Ying, observing his willingness to correct his mistakes, thought highly of his improved conduct.
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