What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
conceited
Example
He's so conceited that he can't even see his own flaws. [conceited: adjective]
Example
She always talks about herself and her achievements, she's so conceited. [conceited: adjective]
vain
Example
She spends hours in front of the mirror every day, she's so vain. [vain: adjective]
Example
He's so vain that he only cares about himself and doesn't care about others. [vain: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Vain is more commonly used than conceited in everyday language. Vain is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while conceited is less common and refers specifically to excessive pride in one's abilities.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between conceited and vain?
Both conceited and vain are considered informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
