ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Narcissistic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌnɑː.sɪˈsɪs.tɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Narcissistic is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to the nature of narcissism.

Meaning

Of or pertaining to the nature of narcissism.

More Meanings

  1. Having an inflated idea of one's own importance.
  2. Obsessed with one's own self image and ego.
  3. A narcissist.

Example Sentences

Because narcissistics cannot handle failure, they will take great lengths to avoid risks and situations in which defeat is a possibility.

Word Forms

Synonyms for narcissistic

Depending on context, synonyms include egotistical, selfish, self-loving.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include egotistical, selfish, self-loving, vain, egocentric, self-centered.

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