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egoistic

UK
/ˌiːɡəʊˈɪstɪk/
US
/ˌiɡoʊˈɪstɪk/

Translations

egoisticadjective
more egoistic
Comp.
most egoistic
Super.
UK
/ˌiːɡəʊˈɪstɪk/
US
/ˌiɡoʊˈɪstɪk/
His egoistic behavior made him difficult to live with.
Son comportement égoïste rendait la vie avec lui difficile.
Additional translations
égocentriqueSouligne surtout la tendance à tout rapporter à soi; moins courant pour la doctrine morale.
Synonyms
self-serving
self-centered
narcissistic
egocentric
conceited
proud
selfish
Antonyms
altruistic

Definitions

egoisticadjective
Characterized by an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one's own needs, often disregarding others.
His egoistic behavior made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.
Relating to the ethical doctrine that self-interest is the foundation of morality or human motivation.
The philosopher presented an egoistic theory of human behavior.
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