VANITIES Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

vanity

noun

ˈva-nə-tē

Definition of vanity

as in ego

an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements an all-consuming vanity that made him hunger for constant praise from others

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Recent Examples of vanity Painting a vanity, using small doses of wallpaper, and styling with art can make a big difference. — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026 Over on the opposite side of the home to the bedroom, the bathroom contains a shower/bathtub, a vanity sink, and a flushing toilet, as well as a washer/dryer. — Adam Williams july 08, New Atlas, 8 July 2026 Gunn started his tenure at DC off with an unforced error, then backed it up by losing his studio as much as $200 million on a vanity project. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026 Suffice to say, the Osea Anti-Aging Body Balm has earned a spot in my shopping cart, and soon, on my vanity. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for vanity

Recent Examples of Synonyms for vanity

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

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

Needless to say there was no second date, and, eventually though painfully, my own arrogance had some of its rough edges worn down.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 26 June 2026
In Episode 3, Harris discussed the early arrogance of the founding fathers who made proposals for America's independence and questioned who was entitled to freedom.

— Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 24 June 2026