Synonyms for Egotistical & Similar Words

Definition of egotistical

adjective
  1. characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance
  2. characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; "a conceited fool"; "an attitude of self- conceited arrogance"; "an egotistical disregard of others"; "so swollen by victory that he was unfit for normal duty"; "growing ever more swollen-headed and arbitrary"; "vain about her clothes"

7 synonyms found

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"Egotistical" in song lyrics

See how egotistical is used in real songs:

  • "egotistical"
    Dru Down — Mista Busta
  • "I'm one of Brooklyn's best sickos, I'm not egotistical"
    Ill Bill f/ Goretex, Necro, Q-Unique — Canarsie Artie's Brigade
  • "quotes egotistical"
    AOL — AOL

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