narcissism

/nɑ:'sisizm/
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narcissism

A person with narcissism admires their own reflection in a mirror.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself and one's physical appearance: A personality trait characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.
    • Self-centeredness: A condition where one's interest is primarily or exclusively focused on oneself, often to the exclusion or detriment of others.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • His constant need for compliments and praise was a clear sign of his narcissism.
    • The article discussed how social media might be contributing to a rise in cultural narcissism.
    • In psychology, narcissism exists on a spectrum from healthy self-esteem to a pathological personality disorder.
Advanced Usage
  • "Pathological narcissism": Refers to Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), a clinical condition.
    • The therapist specialized in treating clients with pathological narcissism.
  • "Collective or cultural narcissism": Used to describe a group or society characterized by excessive self-interest or self-centeredness.
    • Some critics argue that the era was marked by a cultural narcissism that valued image over substance.
Variants and Related Words
  • Narcissist (n): A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.
    • He was such a narcissist that he could talk about himself for hours.
  • Narcissistic (adj): Having the characteristics of narcissism.
    • Her narcissistic tendencies made it difficult for her to maintain friendships.
  • Narcissistically (adv): In a manner characterized by narcissism.
    • He behaved narcissistically, ignoring the needs of his team.
Synonyms
  • Self-absorption: Preoccupation with one's own emotions, interests, or situation.
  • Vanity: Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.
  • Egotism: The practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an undue sense of self-importance.
  • Self-centeredness: Concerned solely with one's own desires, needs, or interests.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "Narcissistic supply": (Psychology) The attention, admiration, or other forms of validation that a narcissist requires.
    • The celebrity seemed to thrive on the narcissistic supply provided by adoring fans.
  • "To be one's own narcissist": A phrase emphasizing extreme self-involvement.
    • With his new obsession with selfies, he's become his own narcissist.
narcissism

A person with narcissism admires their own reflection in a mirror.

Noun
  1. an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself
    • self-love that shut out everyone else

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