Definitions

conceit

[kuhn-seet] / kənˈsit /

NOUN

egotism

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrogance

STRONG

complacence complacency consequence immodesty narcissism pomposity pride self-importance self-love self-regard smugness stuffiness swagger vainglory vanity

WEAK

amour-propre outrecuidance self-admiration self-conceit self-exaltation snottiness swelled head vainness

Antonyms

STRONG

humility modesty

WEAK

meekness self-consciousness shyness timidity unself-confidence

Example Sentences

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The conceit of “City Island: USA!” is that the landmarks themselves come to life.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Advocates of administrative tribunals claim they’re more efficient than federal courts, but the Ross case belies this conceit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Regardless of how promising the conceit may seem — it’s based on a book titled “Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy,” after all — this is American history for fashion influencers.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

Created by Thomas Brandon and premiering Saturday on Peacock, its conceit is dramatically clever, if, of course, impossible.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2025

I didn’t know then if I had witnessed the gravest humility or conceit.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee

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