conceited

[kənˈsiːtɪd]

conceited Definition

  • 1excessively proud of oneself; vain
  • 2having an overly high opinion of oneself

Using conceited: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conceited" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was so conceited that he never listened to anyone else's opinions.

  • Example

    She is very conceited about her looks.

  • Example

    His conceited attitude made him unpopular with his colleagues.

conceited Synonyms and Antonyms

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Idioms Using conceited

  • burst someone's conceit

    to make someone realize that they are not as important or clever as they think they are

    Example

    The harsh criticism burst his conceit and made him more humble.

  • to have an exaggerated opinion of oneself

    Example

    He has a conceit of himself that makes him difficult to work with.

  • to feel proud of something one has done or achieved

    Example

    She takes great conceit in her artwork, which has won several awards.

Phrases with conceited

  • a smug or self-satisfied smile

    Example

    He gave her a conceited smile after winning the game.

  • a person who is excessively proud of themselves and their abilities

    Example

    He is such a conceited person that he can't stand being criticized.

  • behavior that shows excessive pride in oneself

    Example

    Her conceited behavior made her unpopular with her classmates.

Origins of conceited

from Latin 'conceitus', meaning 'conception'

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Summary: conceited in Brief

'Conceited' [kənˈsiːtɪd] describes someone who is excessively proud of themselves and their abilities, often with an overly high opinion of themselves. It can be seen in phrases like 'conceited smile,' 'conceited person,' and 'conceited behavior.' The term extends into idioms like 'burst someone's conceit,' meaning to make someone realize they are not as important as they think, and 'take conceit in something,' meaning to feel proud of something one has done or achieved.

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