egoistic

/,egou'istik/ Cách viết khác : (egoistical) /,egou'istikəl/
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egoistic

An egoistic person only thinks about their own success.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Self-centered, concerned primarily with one's own interests and needs: "egoistic" describes a person or attitude that is focused on oneself, often to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of others. It implies prioritizing personal advantage, pleasure, or well-being.
Usage
  • The word "egoistic" is used to describe a person's character, behavior, or motivations. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting selfishness or a lack of consideration for others.
  • It is often used in psychological, philosophical, and everyday contexts to critique self-interested behavior.
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • His egoistic decision to take all the credit damaged the team's morale.
    • An egoistic leader often fails to listen to the concerns of their followers.
    • She realized her purely egoistic pursuit of fame had left her feeling empty.
Advanced Usage

  • Philosophical Context: In ethical philosophy, "egoistic" is a key term. "Ethical egoism" is the normative theory that individuals ought to act in their own self-interest.

    • The philosopher argued for an egoistic framework, claiming that rational self-interest is the foundation of morality.

  • Psychological Trait: Used to describe a persistent personality characteristic.

    • The clinical assessment noted traits of an egoistic personality, marked by a grandiose sense of self-importance.
Variants and Related Words

  • Egoistical (adj): A less common variant with identical meaning to "egoistic."

    • His egoistical remarks offended everyone at the meeting.

  • Egoism (n): The ethical theory or practice of self-interest as the foundation of morality.

    • His personal philosophy was one of radical egoism.

  • Egotistic/Egotistical (adj): While sometimes used interchangeably with "egoistic," these terms more specifically emphasize an excessive sense of self-importance and a tendency to talk about oneself excessively.

    • The egotistical actor could only discuss his own achievements.
Synonyms
  • Selfish: Concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
  • Self-centered: Interested only in oneself.
  • Self-serving: Having concern for one's own welfare and interests above those of others.
Antonyms
  • Altruistic: Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others.
  • Selfless: Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.
  • Generous: Showing a readiness to give more of something than is strictly necessary or expected.
egoistic

An egoistic person only thinks about their own success.

Adjective
  1. limited to or caring only about yourself and your own needs

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