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self-important

American  
[self-im-pawr-tnt, self-] / ˈsɛlf ɪmˈpɔr tnt, ˌsɛlf- /

adjective

  1. having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's own importance; pompously conceited or haughty.

self-important British  

adjective

  1. having or showing an unduly high opinion of one's own abilities, importance, etc

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Origin of self-important

First recorded in 1765–75

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Across the side is the official Big Heads slogan, "Be Self-Important With Us."

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2010

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