egomania

ɛɡoʊˈmeɪniə

Definitions

1. noun

an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one’s own achievements, often to the point of delusional self-importance

“The celebrity’s egomania became a subject of ridicule in the media.”

2. noun

an excessive love or admiration of oneself

“The politician’s egomania often led him to make decisions that benefited himself more than others.”

3. noun

a psychological disorder characterized by an excessive preoccupation with oneself

“The therapist helped the patient overcome her egomania and develop a more balanced self-image.”

Synonyms

  • self-absorption
  • self-aggrandizement
  • vanity

Antonyms

  • modesty
  • selflessness