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self-absorption

[self-ab-sawrp-shuhn, -zawrp-, self-] / ˈsɛlf æbˈsɔrp ʃən, -ˈzɔrp-, ˌsɛlf- /
NOUN
egoism
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrogance egotism narcissism self-confidence selfishness
STRONG
assurance boastfulness boasting bragging conceit conceitedness egocentrism egomania gasconade haughtiness insolence megalomania ostentation overconfidence presumption pride self-centeredness self-importance self-interest self-love self-possession self-regard self-worship superiority vainglory vanity
WEAK
egocentricity self-admiration self-involvement swellheadedness vaunting
Antonyms
STRONG
humility meekness modesty shyness timidity

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A slate of songs by Charli XCX captures Catherine’s tragic self-absorption without seeming jarringly modern.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer were found guilty of, as the prosecutor put it, “selfishness, self-absorption, immaturity and greed.”

From New York Times • Apr. 6, 2024

Jacobs, the prop master, is encouraged that the show’s carefully selected signifiers of wealth, status, self-absorption and poor taste are still being appreciated by fans.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 13, 2024

The interview went viral on Friday, prompting widespread criticism of Wenner and portraying him as embodying stereotypes about Baby Boomer self-absorption and entitlement.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2023

As the weeks crept on, Harry could not help but notice, even through his new self-absorption, that Ron seemed to be taking charge.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling