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egotistical

1 of 1adjective
/ˌiɡoʊˈtɪstɪkəl/
Forms:more egotistical,most egotistical
1

having an excessive focus on oneself and one's own interests, often at the expense of others

  • His egotistical behavior made it hard for anyone to work with him.
  • She came across as egotistical, constantly talking about her own achievements.
  • People avoided him because of his egotistical personality.
  • The decision seemed egotistical, prioritizing his gain over the team's success.
  • His egotistical nature made it difficult for him to accept criticism.
Synonyms:
elitistdisdainfularrogantloftyvainsnobbishstuck-upegoisticimperiousegotisticpatronizingsuperciliousself-conceitedhaughtybigpompousconceitedself-importantcondescendingswollen-headedswollenproud
2

characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance

Synonyms:
narcissisticegotisticself-loving