Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of pride in one’s own appearance or accomplishments; excessive pride in one’s appearance or accomplishments.

“Her vanity made her spend hours in front of the mirror every morning.”

2. noun

a room or building with mirrors and seats, used for dressing or primping.

“The hotel had a beautiful vanity in the bathroom with a large mirror.”

3. noun

the quality of being excessively proud of one’s appearance, achievements, or possessions.

“The artist’s vanity led him to exaggerate his accomplishments in his resume.”

4. verb

to be excessively proud of one’s appearance or achievements.

“She vainly thought she was the most beautiful person in the party.”