SELF-GLORY Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

self-glory

noun

ˌself-ˈglȯr-ē

Definition of self-glory

as in vanity

an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements the movie star's memoirs come across as being one unending exercise in self-glory

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Noun

Two of the usual product tills were transformed into makeshift vanities for about a dozen beauty lovers to test an assortment of serums and creams.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
This is small and simple, with a walk-in shower, a vanity sink, and a flushing toilet.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of vanity

Noun

Working with her friend and employer Sam (Sharlene Whyte), a boundary-free partnership that zags between deal points and Sam’s marital woes, Alex wrangles author egos and fends off competitors.

— Alison Herman, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
The risk of rogue models cannot be held back by blasts of ego.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of ego

Noun

The other bill Newsom signed, Assembly Bill 1836, expands the availability of state security grants to offsite celebrations like cultural and religious festivals, marches and LGBTQ pride events.

— Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
While developing her next feature, Coppola has spent this retrospective year taking stock, watching with a familiar pride as her own children pursue creative paths.

— Ben Croll, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of pride

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