self-worship
Definition
Noun: - The worship of yourself: An excessive or exclusive admiration, devotion, or reverence directed toward one's own self, qualities, or image.
Usage
The term "self-worship" describes an attitude or practice where an individual holds themselves in extremely high, often uncritical, esteem, akin to religious devotion. It implies narcissism, extreme self-centeredness, or egotism. It is typically used in critical or analytical contexts, such as psychology, sociology, or moral commentary.
Examples
- His constant need for admiration and lack of empathy were clear signs of self-worship.
- The poem critiques the modern culture of self-worship and individualism.
- She warned that unchecked self-worship could destroy meaningful relationships.
Advanced Usage
- Psychological Context: In psychology, self-worship is closely associated with Narcissistic Personality Disorder, where it manifests as a grandiose sense of self-importance.
- Sociocultural Critique: The concept is often used to critique societal trends perceived as promoting excessive self-focus, vanity, or the pursuit of personal fame above all else.
Variants and Related Words
- Self-adoration (n): A very similar term meaning profound love or admiration for oneself.
- Narcissism (n): The clinical and general term for excessive interest in or admiration of oneself and one's physical appearance.
- Egotism (n): The practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an undue sense of self-importance.
Synonyms
- Narcissism
- Self-idolatry
- Self-adulation
- Egotism
- Vanity
Antonyms
- Humility
- Self-effacement
- Modesty
- Altruism
Noun
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the worship of yourself