self-absorbed
adjective
self-ab·sorbed
ˌself-əb-ˈsȯrbd 
-ˈzȯrbd
: absorbed in one's own thoughts, activities, or interests
Examples of self-absorbed in a Sentence
a self-absorbed man who seems utterly oblivious to the social problems of his own urban neighborhood
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Carrie already knew that her father was self-absorbed and irresponsible.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2025
Or as desperate as affluent people can be while also being completely self-absorbed.
—Glenn Kenny, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Bottom line: Air travelers are more self-absorbed and stressed than ever.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Although Kilmer had gained a reputation for being antagonistic and self-absorbed early in his career, the actor captured the screen with his magnetic and striking performances.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2025
Or as desperate as affluent people can be while also being completely self-absorbed.
—Glenn Kenny, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Bottom line: Air travelers are more self-absorbed and stressed than ever.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Although Kilmer had gained a reputation for being antagonistic and self-absorbed early in his career, the actor captured the screen with his magnetic and striking performances.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-absorbed
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“Self-absorbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-absorbed. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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