Egocentrically: meaning, definitions and examples

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egocentrically

[ ˌiː.ɡoʊˈsen.trɪ.kəl.i ]

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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

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

Word origin

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.