Egotistically: meaning, definitions and examples
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egotistically
[ ˌiːɡəˈtɪstɪkli ]
in a self-centered manner
In a manner that excessively focuses on oneself and one's own interests, often without regard for others.
Synonyms
self-centeredly, selfishly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| egotistically |
Use in situations where someone is acting with excessive pride and self-importance.
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| self-centeredly |
This word is used when someone is acting with a focus on their own needs and desires, often to the exclusion of others' needs.
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| selfishly |
This word has a more negative connotation and is used when someone prioritizes their own gain over others, showing a lack of concern for others' feelings or needs.
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Examples of usage
- She spoke egotistically, constantly bringing the conversation back to herself.
- He acted egotistically, refusing to consider anyone else's opinions.
having an excessively high opinion of oneself
Characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance or superiority.
Synonyms
arrogant, conceited, narcissistic.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| egotistically |
This word is used to describe someone who talks or behaves in a way that shows they think very highly of themselves and often disregards others. It has a negative connotation.
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| narcissistic |
This word is used to describe a personality trait characterized by an excessive preoccupation with oneself and a lack of empathy for others. It is often used in medical contexts but can also be used informally to describe very self-centered behavior.
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| conceited |
This term refers to someone who is excessively proud of themselves and their abilities. It often implies an unrealistic or overblown sense of self-worth and is generally seen as a negative trait.
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| arrogant |
Arrogant describes a person who has an exaggerated sense of their own importance and displays it in a way that looks down on others. This word is typically used in a negative light.
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Examples of usage
- His egotistically behavior made it difficult for others to work with him.
- She was known for her egotistically attitude, always considering herself to be the best.
Translations
Translations of the word "egotistically" in other languages:
🇵🇹 egotisticamente
🇮🇳 अहंकारपूर्वक
🇩🇪 egoistisch
🇮🇩 secara egois
🇺🇦 егоїстично
🇵🇱 egoistycznie
🇯🇵 エゴイスティックに
🇫🇷 égotistement
🇪🇸 egoísticamente
🇹🇷 bencilce
🇰🇷 자기중심적으로
🇸🇦 بأنانية
🇨🇿 egoisticky
🇸🇰 egoisticky
🇨🇳 自私地
🇸🇮 egoistično
🇮🇸 sjálfhverft
🇰🇿 эгоистікалық түрде
🇬🇪 ეგოისტურად
🇦🇿 eqoistcəsinə
🇲🇽 egoísticamente
Etymology
The word 'egotistically' is derived from the adjective 'egotistic', which comes from the noun 'ego' meaning 'self'. The suffix '-tically' is added to form the adverb. The concept of ego and self-importance has been explored in psychology and philosophy, with egotism often associated with negative traits such as selfishness and arrogance.
See also: ego, egocentric, egocentrically, egocentrism, egoism, egotism, egotist, egotistic, egotistical.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,047, 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.