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narcissism
This term carries a strong negative connotation, typically describing a personality trait or a clinical disorder where self-absorption overrides empathy for others. It suggests a fragile ego masked by an outward display of superiority and a constant craving for external validation.
As an uncountable noun, it refers to an abstract quality or a psychological state. It does not have a plural form and cannot be counted with numbers; instead, it is quantified using phrases such as a streak of narcissism or a level of narcissism.
Meanings
Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself and one's physical appearance.
His narcissism was evident in the way he spent hours staring at his own reflection.
A psychological condition characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and a deep need for excessive attention and admiration.
The therapist noted that the patient's narcissism hindered his ability to form genuine emotional connections with others.
Examples
He has a lot of narcissism.
Stop your narcissism now.
Narcissism is not a virtue.
Her narcissism made her very popular.
I noticed his narcissism during the party.
They struggled with extreme narcissism.
The student's narcissism caused friction in the group project.
His narcissism blinded him to the needs of his partner.
The villain's narcissism is a central theme in this anime.
Corporate narcissism often leads to catastrophic leadership failures.
Historians argue that the emperor's narcissism fueled the war.
Clinical narcissism requires a professional diagnosis for proper treatment.