Egotistical
mediumNegative toneee-goh-TIS-tih-kul
adjective
Definition
Excessively conceited or self-centered
Memory hook
EGO-TISTICAL: all about the EGO — excessively self-centered and conceited.
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Examples
“His egotistical behavior alienated colleagues.”
“The egotistical artist refused to acknowledge any influences.”
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“His ______ behavior alienated colleagues.”
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egotistical
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GRE Tip
Egotistical is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "narcissistic" or "conceited" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "humble".
Related GRE Words
narcissistic
Having an excessive interest in oneself and one's appearance
futile
incapable of producing any useful result; pointless
condescending
Having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority
contemptuous
Showing contempt; scornful; disdainful
gregarious
Fond of company; sociable
haughty
Arrogantly superior; disdainfully proud
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