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self-centered

A self-centered person talks only about their own achievements.

Definition

Adjective: * Egoistic, preoccupied with oneself: A "self-centered" person is primarily concerned with their own needs, desires, and interests, with little regard or consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Their perspective and actions are centered on the self.

Usage and Examples

The adjective "self-centered" is used to describe a person's character or a specific behavior. It carries a negative connotation, implying selfishness or a lack of empathy.

  • Describing a person's character:

    • He is so self-centered that he never remembers his friends' birthdays.
    • Her self-centered attitude makes it difficult to work on a team.

  • Describing specific behavior or remarks:

    • That was a very self-centered thing to say.
    • Making the conversation all about your problems is self-centered.
Advanced Usage
  • Psychological/Formal Context: In more formal or psychological writing, "self-centered" can describe a developmental stage or a personality trait without the strongest negative judgment, though the core meaning of being focused on the self remains.
    • Very young children are naturally self-centered as they learn to understand the world.
Variants and Related Words
  • Self-centred (adj): The British English spelling of "self-centered".
  • Self-centeredness (n): The quality or state of being self-centered.
    • His self-centeredness ruined the relationship.
Synonyms
  • Egotistical: Excessively conceited or self-absorbed.
  • Selfish: Lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
  • Narcissistic: Having an excessive interest in or admiration of oneself.
  • Self-absorbed: Preoccupied with one's own feelings, interests, or situation.
Antonyms
  • Selfless: Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.
  • Altruistic: Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
  • Considerate: Careful not to cause inconvenience or hurt to others.
  • Thoughtful: Showing consideration for the needs of other people.
Idioms and Related Phrases
  • To be full of oneself: An informal idiom very similar in meaning to "self-centered," implying arrogance and self-absorption.
    • Ever since he got promoted, he's been so full of himself.
  • To be wrapped up in oneself: To be so preoccupied with one's own concerns that one ignores others.
    • She's too wrapped up in herself to notice what's happening around her.
self-centered

A self-centered person talks only about their own achievements.

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

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