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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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