Vainglorious: meaning, definitions and examples

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vainglorious

[ veɪnˈɡlɔːriəs ]

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used to describe a person

Excessively proud of oneself or one's achievements; overly vain and boastful.

Synonyms

arrogant, boastful, conceited, egotistical, pompous

Examples of usage

He was a vainglorious man who loved to talk about his own accomplishments.
She couldn't stand his vainglorious attitude and constant bragging.
The vainglorious actor believed he was the best in the industry.
His vainglorious behavior alienated him from his colleagues.
Despite his vainglorious nature, he was actually quite insecure.

Translations

Translations of the word "vainglorious" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vaidoso

🇮🇳 अभिमानी

🇩🇪 eitel

🇮🇩 sombong

🇺🇦 марнославний

🇵🇱 próżny

🇯🇵 虚栄心の強い

🇫🇷 vaniteux

🇪🇸 vanidoso

🇹🇷 kendini beğenmiş

🇰🇷 자만심이 강한

🇸🇦 مغرور

🇨🇿 ješitný

🇸🇰 namyslený

🇨🇳 自负的

🇸🇮 domišljav

🇮🇸 hégómlegur

🇰🇿 менмен

🇬🇪 ამაყი

🇦🇿 lovğa

🇲🇽 vanidoso

Word origin

The word 'vainglorious' has its origins in the late 16th century, derived from the combination of 'vain' (excessively proud of one's own appearance, abilities, achievements, etc.) and 'glorious' (having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration). The term was often used in literature and poetry to describe characters who displayed excessive pride and boastfulness. Over time, 'vainglorious' has become a common adjective to criticize individuals who exhibit an inflated sense of self-importance and a tendency to brag about their accomplishments.