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Definition/Meaning

(adjective)

occupied or absorbed in one's own interests, thoughts, feelings, or existence, often with the result of seeming selfish or inconsiderate;

e.g. If you are self-absorbed, you will not be able to see others' troubles and be helpful towards them.

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Similar Words

Egocentric

Egotistical

Inner-directed

Narcissistic

Self-centered

Self-directed

Self-glorifying

Self-infatuated

Self-obsessed

Self-oriented

Self-preoccupied

Self-regarding

Self-seeking

Self-serving

Selfish

Solipsistic

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Opposite Words

Altruistic

Beneficent

Benevolent

Charitable

Diffident

Generous

Greathearted

Humanitarian

Magnanimous

Other-directed

Philanthropic

Self-denying

Self-doubting

Self-forgetful

Self-giving

Self-questioning

Self-reflective

Self-sacrificing

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Related Words

Bold

Complacent

Conceited

Decadent

Familiar

Forward

Free

Hedonistic

Indulgent

Inner-directed

Luxurious

Overfamiliar

Overweening

Pompous

Presumptuous

Prideful

Proud

Self-directed

Self-glorifying

Self-important

Self-satisfied

Smug

Vain

Vainglorious

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