self-important
adjective
having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's own importance; pompously conceited or haughty.
self-importance
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a word derived from
self-important.
Example Sentences
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The regime’s strategic and ideological self-importance will necessarily dwindle.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Surely, these can’t be two artists whose work is so frequently accused of haughty, style-obsessed self-importance?
From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026
But search results showed criteria for narcissistic personality disorder, a condition marked by unreasonably high self-importance, pathological need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.
From Slate ● Jul. 23, 2025
"The entire film reeks of self-importance and a need to remind us all that those behind the camera are smarter than anyone in the audience," she said.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2024
This magnificence, he sensed in his youthful self-importance, reflected the glorious momentum of his life.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
