self-involved

/'selfin'vɔlvd/

Thân thiện

She sat at the cafe table, completely self-involved in her journal.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Absorbed in one's own interests, thoughts, or concerns: Describes a person who is excessively focused on themselves, their own feelings, problems, or activities, often to the exclusion of noticing or caring about others.

Usage

The adjective "self-involved" is used to describe a person's character or state of mind. It typically carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of awareness or consideration for other people. It describes a persistent trait rather than a temporary mood.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • He was so self-involved that he didn't notice his friend was upset.
  • Her self-involved nature made it difficult for her to maintain close friendships.
  • The artist was often criticized for being self-involved and disconnected from the world.

Advanced Usage

• Psychological/Clinical Context: While not a formal clinical term, it can describe behavior associated with certain personality traits or states.
  • The therapist noted a pattern of self-involved thinking that hindered his client's relationships.

Variants and Related Words

• Self-involvement (noun): The quality or state of being self-involved.
  • His self-involvement prevented him from seeing the team's needs.
• Self-absorbed (adjective): Very similar in meaning and often used interchangeably with "self-involved."
• Self-centered (adjective): Having one's interests or self as the primary focus.
• Narcissistic (adjective): A stronger, often clinical term implying excessive self-love and a need for admiration.

Synonyms

• Self-absorbed
• Egocentric
• Self-centered
• Introverted (in some contexts, though this is more neutral)
• Preoccupied (with oneself)

Antonyms

• Altruistic
• Selfless
• Considerate
• Attentive
• Outgoing (in the social sense)

Notes on Meaning

The core meaning of "self-involved" is an inward focus. It differs from simply being "shy" or "introverted," which relate more to social energy. "Self-involved" implies a preoccupation with one's own internal world that limits external engagement and empathy. It is generally considered an undesirable character trait in social and interpersonal contexts.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. absorbed in your own interests or thoughts etc

Từ đồng nghĩa

• self-absorbed