Meaning of the word egocentric in English
What does egocentric mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
egocentric
US /ˌiː.ɡoʊˈsen.trɪk/
UK /ˌiː.ɡəʊˈsen.trɪk/
Adjective
thinking only of oneself, without regard for the feelings or desires of others; self-centered
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He is too egocentric to realize how his actions affect others.
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Young children are often naturally egocentric.
Noun
an egocentric person
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He is such an egocentric that he never asks about anyone else's day.
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The novel's protagonist is a brilliant but insufferable egocentric.