egoistic

[ ee-goh-is-tik, eg-oh- ]
/ ˌi goʊˈɪs tɪk, ˌɛg oʊ- /
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adjective

pertaining to or of the nature of egoism.
being centered in or preoccupied with oneself and the gratification of one's own desires; self-centered (opposed to altruistic).

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Origin of egoistic

First recorded in 1825–35; egoist + -ic

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Words nearby egoistic

egocentric, egocentric speech, egocentrism, egoism, egoist, egoistic, egoli, egomania, egophony, egot, egotism
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Words related to egoistic

self-centered, egocentric, egoistical, conceited, egotistical, narcissistic, pompous, self-absorbed, self-important, self-seeking, self-serving, selfish, smug, stuck-up, vain, vainglorious

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