Hubris (; from
Ancient Greek ὕβρις (húbris) 'pride, insolence, outrage'), or less frequently
hybris (), is extreme or excessive
pride or dangerous
overconfidence and
complacency, often in combination with (or synonymous with)
arrogance.
Hubris, arrogance, and pretension are related to the need for victory (even if it does not always mean winning) instead of reconciliation, which "friendly" groups might promote. Hubris is usually perceived as a characteristic of an individual rather than a group, although the group the offender belongs to may suffer collateral consequences from wrongful acts. Hubris often indicates a loss of contact with reality and an overestimation of one's own competence, accomplishments, or capabilities.