self-conceit

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Recent Examples of self-conceit The original 1877 building has grown not just to house the museum’s burgeoning collections and encompass its expanding role as an educator, entertainer and research institution, but to project an evolving sense of science’s self-conceit. Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 4 May 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-conceit
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • This is the embodiment of this, within his mix of ego and extremism.
    Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2025
  • And the product category is more versatile—a tech reviewer can recommend a wallet with no conflict, no ego, and no risk.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Higher education takes pride in its ability to change lives and provide future financial stability for nearly all who come through our doors.
    Karen Weaver, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • For Kuyt, there is a deep sense of pride about Slot’s impact at Anfield.
    James Pearce, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
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

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“Self-conceit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-conceit. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

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