self-importance (Meaning)
self-importance (n)
an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others
an exaggerated opinion of your own importance
self-importance (n.)
An exaggerated estimate of one's own importance or merit, esp. as manifested by the conduct or manners; self-conceit.
Synonyms & Antonyms of self-importance
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Synonyms:
- impertinence
- impudence
- self-complacency
- swagger
- scorn
- snobbery
- sauciness
- complacence
- snobbism
- braggadocio
- chest-thumping
- inflation
- conceit
- self-content
- vainglory
- self-consequence
- egotism
- self-contentment
- bravado
- condescension
- vaingloriousness
- smugness
- self-opinion
- bossiness
- high-handedness
- brag
- self-satisfaction
- toploftiness
- authoritativeness
- egoism
- boastfulness
- snobbishness
- side
- self-conceit
- self-assertion
- triumphalism
- bombast
- self-centeredness
- pride
- cheekiness
- snootiness
- dominance
- bowwow
- cockiness
- strut
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self-importance Sentence Examples
- Her self-importance was evident in her haughty demeanor and condescending tone.
- The politician's self-importance manifested in his grandiose speeches and self-serving actions.
- The self-important CEO refused to consider input from his subordinates.
- The actor's self-importance led him to demand outlandish treatment on set.
- The self-important athlete constantly boasted about his accomplishments.
- The self-importance of the doctor made it difficult for patients to feel comfortable seeking his help.
- The business owner's self-importance prevented him from seeing the flaws in his products.
- The self-important professor lectured his students with an air of superiority.
- The self-important guest demanded the best table in the restaurant.
- The self-important neighbor constantly complained about the perceived wrongs done to him.
FAQs About the word self-importance
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Her self-importance was evident in her haughty demeanor and condescending tone.
The politician's self-importance manifested in his grandiose speeches and self-serving actions.
The self-important CEO refused to consider input from his subordinates.
The actor's self-importance led him to demand outlandish treatment on set.
