conceitedly
Definition
Adverb * In a manner showing excessive pride in oneself or one's abilities; with an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or value.
Usage
The adverb "conceitedly" is used to describe how an action is performed. It modifies a verb to indicate that the action is done with arrogance or vanity. * It typically follows the verb it modifies (e.g., "He spoke conceitedly"). * It can also be placed at the beginning or end of a clause for emphasis (e.g., "Conceitedly, she dismissed their ideas" or "She dismissed their ideas, conceitedly").
Examples
- He conceitedly assumed he would win the award without any competition.
- "I'm clearly the best candidate," she said conceitedly.
- The actor conceitedly signed autographs, ignoring the fans who were calling his name.
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal or literary criticism: To describe a character's demeanor or speech in a narrative.
- The villain laughed conceitedly, convinced of his impending victory.
Variants and Related Words
- Conceited (adjective): Having an excessively favorable opinion of one's own abilities or appearance.
- He is so conceited that he never listens to advice.
- Conceit (noun): Excessive pride in oneself.
- His conceit made him very unpopular with his colleagues.
Synonyms
- Arrogantly
- Vainly
- Haughtily
- Smugly
- Pretentiously
Antonyms
- Humbly
- Modestly
- Unassumingly
Adverb
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with conceit; in a conceited manner
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he always acts so conceitedly!
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