VANITY 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 Inside, the large vanity and shower area are finished in heavily veined stone with vertical fluting. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 In the bathroom, Sharma suggests using a rolling cart or a slim, tall shelf in the narrow space between the wall and the vanity or laundry appliances. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 Sep. 2026 From a camp cabin, modeled after her own, complete with bunk beds, bedding, an outdoor vanity and camp flag, to a soccer set that features all of Daisy's favorites, there are a handful of new items to explore. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 Anding, though, described the remodel as Allen’s vanity project, a perspective shared by Ann Allan. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vanity

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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

In positioning New York as not just the center of our reality but others as well, Control Resonant continues a proud tradition of using the city as a monument to human pride contrasting against an inhuman menace.

— Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026
The trio have a stable of young filmmakers in their roster and pride themselves on finding new talent early.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026