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Self-importance

An exaggerated estimate of one's own importance or merit, esp. as manifested by the conduct or manners; self-conceit.

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Conceit 76% connected

That which is conceived, imagined, or formed in the mind; idea; thought; image; conception.

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Conceitedness 76% connected

The state of being conceited; conceit; vanity.

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Pride 76% connected

A small European lamprey (Petromyzon branchialis); -- called also prid, and sandpiper.

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Vanity 76% connected

The quality or state of being vain; want of substance to satisfy desire; emptiness; unsubstantialness; unrealness; falsity.

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Self-important 74% connected

Having or manifesting an exaggerated idea of one's own importance or merit.

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Self-important 74% connected

Having or manifesting an exaggerated idea of one's own importance or merit.

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Ego 92% connected

The conscious and permanent subject of all psychical experiences, whether held to be directly known or the product of reflective thought; -- opposed…

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Egotism 92% connected

The practice of too frequently using the word I; hence, a speaking or writing overmuch of one's self; self-exaltation; self-praise; the act or practi…

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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