egotism

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Navalny was a social-media phenomenon, a charismatic speaker with some of the egotism of a natural-born leader.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2024

The vibe is one of camp send-up of Hollywood narcissism, but irony and egotism are blended like a fine Bordeaux.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2024

The hauteur of his wife, Guenevere, and the egotism of her lover, Lancelot, were exposed and then exploded in torrents of rapturous balladry that swept away their faults.

From New York Times • Feb. 21, 2023

Characteristically, however, Bell's attempt to save Garfield's life was hampered by egotism and bad luck.

From Salon • Sep. 11, 2022

It is pure egotism, a selfishness to conquer all.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins