Definitions

1. noun

excessive preoccupation with oneself and one’s own thoughts, feelings, and achievements

“The celebrity’s egomism was evident in her constant social media posts about her awards and accolades.”

2. noun

a tendency to attribute one’s own qualities or actions to an external source, often as a form of self-aggrandizement

“The politician’s egomism was criticized when he took credit for a bill that was actually the work of his team.”