self-en·grossed
| \ ˌself-in-ˈgrōst
, -en- \
, -en- \
Definition of self-engrossed
: completely engrossed or absorbed with oneself
Her mind was entirely self-engrossed. She was in a reverie of sweet remembrances.— Jane Austen Even the greediest corporate raiders, the sleaziest pro athletes, the most self-engrossed entertainers have their circles of admirers …— Jacquielynn Floyd
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“Self-engrossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-engrossed. Accessed 15 May. 2021.
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