self-aggrandizement

noun

Definition of self-aggrandizementnext
as in arrogance

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-aggrandizement
  1. arrogance
  2. vanity
  3. egotism
  4. vainglory
  5. self-satisfaction
  6. complacency
  7. self-glorification
  8. self-assertion
Noun
  • Most are due to unnecessary escalation, creating disengagement, authoritative behaviors, arrogance and ego.
    — Joao Mendes-Roter, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Musk’s casual Friday attire just shows his arrogance and disrespect for American government.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of arrogance
Noun
  • Although technology is a ubiquitous part of this production, the piece has practically nothing to say about it, other than acknowledging its mere existence — technology is related to vanity, and a front-facing selfie camera is like a mirror.
    — Christian Lewis, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
  • That has real implications for brand deals and CPM negotiations — but risks creating a new layer of noise and vanity metrics in the creator economy.
    — Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of vanity
Noun
  • For all his egotism, there was something selfless in his work.
    — David Denby, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The 1960s-era egotism in that earlier vision was tempered.
    — Bryan Walsh, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
Definition of egotism
Noun
  • The conceit is saved from vainglory by the gravity Cage brings to the performance.
    — Isaac Butler, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2023
  • That’s the mantra for wide receivers, a group long known for their vainglory.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2023
Definition of vainglory
Noun
  • Just as there’s no dramatic build-up to Maria landing the part, there’s no romance to the process of acting it, nor the slightest whiff of self-satisfaction in recreating iconic scenes.
    — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Corporate leaders will be called upon to overcome self-satisfaction with progress made in the advancement of gender parity for women, especially those in senior and middle management.
    — Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of self-satisfaction
Noun
  • That complacency evaporated as of April 2, when Trump unveiled a tariff regime that was much harsher than anyone expected.
    — Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
  • All season long, he’s been vocal about combating complacency.
    — Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Definition of complacency
Noun
  • At the same time, the song channeled the slightly uncomfortable fusion of selflessness and self-glorification that pop and rock ‘n’ roll stars inevitably projected during the charity-rock-event ’80s.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Jan. 2024
  • Writing about other peoples has long been in service of self-glorification.
    — Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 25 Dec. 2023
Definition of self-glorification
Noun
  • Still, with all of this fiery momentum comes a series of retrograde transits encouraging us to rethink, reassess and re-evaluate Mars-y themes such as autonomy, freedom and self-assertion.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Then, as Venus moves into Pisces, the focus shifts from self-assertion to a deeper, more transcendent love.
    — Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of self-assertion
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“Self-aggrandizement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-aggrandizement. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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