Why Pride?

It's a question hanging in my head while waiting for a bus ride back home. Since waiting time was longer than expected, might as well contemplate the reason behind to "kill" idle times. The test result came out that way, and there must be an explanation somehow. If nobody had asked, then it will be just accepted as it was.

Failing to acknowledge/express what it was, I need to know the definition of pride which may aid finding some answers.

Definition of pride. pride and joy, someone or something cherished, valued, or enjoyed above all others¹⁴

Wikipedia's definition. It's one of the capital sins and considered the original or most serious sin, and the ultimate source of all other sins. It is identified as a desire to be more important or attractive to others, failing to give credit due to others, or excessive love of self.

Eureka!!!

It's standing up to a principle that deem to be against the norm. There's a very thin line between being proud (excessive love of self) and live up with the principle you believe in. Unfortunately, it's the majority that rules.

Could it be stubborness? hmm... It beats me.