self-importance
/sɛlf ɪmˈpɔr.təns/ · self.im.por.tance
noun
- A feeling of excessive pride or self-satisfaction, often accompanied by a sense of superiority over others. Her self-importance made it difficult for her to connect with people who didn't share her interests.
- A tendency to overestimate one's own abilities or accomplishments. His self-importance led him to take on a project that was far beyond his capabilities.
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Did you know? The concept of self-importance has been explored in various works of literature, including Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', where the character of Hamlet critiques the self-importance of those around him.