Meaning of the word vanity in English

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vanity

US /ˈvæn.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˈvæn.ə.t̬i/

Noun

1.

excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.

Example:
it flattered his vanity to think I was in love with him
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2.

the quality of being worthless or futile.

Example:
the vanity of human wishes
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