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Egocentrically: meaning, definitions and examples

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egocentrically

 

[ ˌiː.ɡoʊˈsen.trɪ.kəl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a self-centered manner

In a manner that is excessively concerned with oneself and one's own needs, often at the expense of others. It is characterized by a lack of empathy and consideration for others.

Synonyms

narcissistically, self-centeredly, selfishly.

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Word Description / Examples
egocentrically

Used when describing behavior that is centered around oneself, without considering others' perspectives or feelings.

  • He egocentrically assumed everyone would be available for the meeting at such short notice
selfishly

Used when someone prioritizes their own needs over others', often to their detriment. This word can have a slightly negative connotation.

  • They selfishly took the last slice of pizza, ignoring that others hadn't had any
self-centeredly

Used when someone is focused mainly on their own needs and desires, often ignoring others. Less intense than 'narcissistically' but still implies a strong self-focus.

  • She self-centeredly dominated the conversation, not giving anyone else a chance to speak
narcissistically

Used for describing behavior driven by an excessive interest in oneself, often linked to narcissistic personality traits. This has a more negative connotation than other words in this group.

  • He narcissistically admired his reflection in every mirror he passed

Examples of usage

  • He spoke egocentrically, only thinking about how the situation affected him.
  • She acted egocentrically, refusing to consider anyone else's feelings.
  • The politician egocentrically focused on promoting himself rather than addressing the needs of the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "egocentrically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 egocentricamente

🇮🇳 आत्मकेन्द्रित रूप से

🇩🇪 egozentrisch

🇮🇩 egosentris

🇺🇦 егоцентрично

🇵🇱 egocentrycznie

🇯🇵 自己中心的に (じこちゅうしんてきに)

🇫🇷 égocentriquement

🇪🇸 egocéntricamente

🇹🇷 bencilce

🇰🇷 자기중심적으로

🇸🇦 أنانيًا

🇨🇿 egocentricky

🇸🇰 egocentricky

🇨🇳 自我中心地

🇸🇮 egocentrično

🇮🇸 sjálfhverft

🇰🇿 эгоцентрикалық

🇬🇪 ეგოცენტრულად

🇦🇿 eqosentrik şəkildə

🇲🇽 egocéntricamente

Etymology

The word 'egocentrically' is derived from the term 'egocentric,' which originated in the late 19th century. The term combines the prefix 'ego-' meaning 'self' and 'centric' meaning 'centered.' The concept of egocentrism has roots in psychology, referring to a self-centered perspective where individuals have difficulty understanding the viewpoints of others. Egocentric behavior is often associated with narcissism and selfishness.

See also: ego, egocentric, egocentrism, egoism, egotism, egotist, egotistic, egotistical, egotistically.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,972, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.