WordValeegotistical
excessively self-centered
In more detail
1. (adjective) thinking too highly of yourself and not considering other people's feelings or needs
2. (adjective) very interested in yourself and what you want, often in a way that is annoying to others
Examples
- He's so egotistical that he never listens to anyone else's opinions.
- The egotistical actor refused to share the spotlight with other cast members.
How to use egotistical
Egotistical describes someone who is excessively self-focused and lacks consideration for others, often carrying a stronger judgment than mere self-interest. It is commonly used in personality descriptions and social criticism, and implies both inflated self-regard and insensitivity rather than simple confidence or self-assurance.
Common phrases
- egotistical behavior
- egotistical attitude
- egotistical person
- egotistical remarks
- egotistical tendencies
Synonyms
egocentric · self-centered · narcissistic · conceited · arrogant
Opposites
humble · selfless · modest
Word family
egotism · egotist · egotistically
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use egotistical and egoistic interchangeably, but egoistic (which is less common) can have a neutral philosophical sense, whereas egotistical is distinctly disapproving.
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