self-opinion

noun

ˌself-ə-ˈpin-yən How to pronounce self-opinion (audio)
Definition of self-opinionnext
as in ego
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements an editor of sufficient self-opinion to include some of her own work in an anthology of the best American short stories

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  1. ego
  2. vanity
  3. pride
  4. arrogance
Noun
  • LeBron James already has played alongside and won alongside the egos of Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love and Anthony Davis.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026
  • To highly competitive people, the individuals with massive egos and resumes that don’t fit on one page, legacy is the word that moves the needle.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of ego
Noun
  • Natural variations and imperfections in the stone give this heirloom-quality piece character, and the rich cherry red and gold tones introduce a subtle, yet unexpected color to otherwise neutral vanities.
    — Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026
  • This includes a walk-in shower, with a flushing toilet and a vanity sink, plus a small laundry nook with shelving, a washer/dryer, and a pull-out cart for clothes storage.
    — Adam Williams July 22, New Atlas, 22 July 2026
Definition of vanity
Noun
  • Americans felt a sense of national pride from the throngs of international tourists who fell in love with Walmart and ranch dressing.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • In the beginning, the Genesis Convention Center reigned over downtown Gary as a symbol of ambition and pride.
    — Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of pride
Noun
  • His crippling, his stubborn arrogance and refusal to be humbled, has somehow humanized the spoiled brat king.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Except the brash arrogance that long lived behind the slogan has taken a bit of a hit in recent years.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of arrogance
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