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What is another word for Self-Obsessed? – 203 Self-Obsessed Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    egotistical narcissistic self-centered self-absorbed vain proud arrogant conceited haughty superior egocentric introverted individualistic self-interested selfish self-serving pompous pretentious boastful self-important imperious domineering overbearing self-satisfied complacent smug self-righteous holier-than-thou self-opinionated opinionated biased one-sided self-preoccupied inward-looking insular isolated solitary lone solo unaccompanied friendless alone lonely introvert self-contained self-sufficient independent autonomous nonconformist unorthodox unconventional eccentric odd quirky idiosyncratic peculiar abnormal anomalous

    Meaning of Self-Obsessed

    The primary meaning of "Self-Obsessed" refers to a person who is excessively preoccupied with their own thoughts, feelings, and appearance.

    Definitions

    • Having or showing an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one's own concerns
    • * Being inordinately concerned with one's own thoughts, feelings, and appearance

    Etymology of Self-Obsessed

    The term "Self-Obsessed" is derived from the combination of "self" and "obsessed", with "self" originating from Old English "sylf" meaning "own person" or "own body", and "obsessed" coming from the Latin "obsidere" meaning "to besiege" or "to occupy", which has been used in English since the 16th century to describe a state of being completely dominated by a thought, feeling, or idea.

    Example Uses

    • The self-obsessed celebrity spent hours in front of the mirror, admiring his reflection.
    • * Her self-obsessed nature made it difficult for her to form meaningful relationships with others.
    • * The self-obsessed artist's work was largely autobiographical, reflecting his own thoughts and feelings.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    altruistic selfless generous kind considerate thoughtful humble modest unassuming unpretentious retiring shy timid bashful diffident unobtrusive unassertive cooperative collaborative accommodating complaisant obliging deferential respectful courteous polite civil gracious magnanimous liberal charitable philanthropic benevolent public-spirited

    Related Nouns

    narcissism ego personality individuality identity selfhood selfishness egotism vanity pride arrogance conceit haughtiness superiority introversion solitude loneliness isolation autonomy independence nonconformity eccentricity abnormality anomaly peculiarity idiosyncrasy quirk oddity

    Related Verbs

    obsess fixate preoccupy dominate consume engulf engulfing overwhelm overpower captivate fascinate enthrall mesmerize hypnotize beguile entice allure attract draw pull grasp seize clutch grip cling

    Related Adjectives

    narcissistic egotistical self-centered self-absorbed vain proud arrogant conceited haughty superior egocentric introverted individualistic self-interested selfish self-serving pompous pretentious boastful self-important imperious domineering overbearing self-satisfied complacent smug self-righteous holier-than-thou self-opinionated opinionated biased one-sided self-preoccupied inward-looking insular isolated solitary lone solo unaccompanied friendless alone lonely introvert self-contained self-sufficient independent autonomous nonconformist unorthodox unconventional eccentric odd quirky idiosyncratic peculiar abnormal anomalous