Self-flattery
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Self-flattery is a noun meaning The holding of an unjustifiably high opinion of oneself or one's actions.
Meaning
The holding of an unjustifiably high opinion of oneself or one's actions.
Example Sentences
Self-flattery is foolish.
When self-flattery is turned up high it gets your adrenaline pumping, it rivets your attention.
Causing blindness to one's own faults, self-love ultimately generates self-flattery, according to Plutarch's discussion.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include self-deprecation, jactitation, side, self-mockery, self-depreciation, self-deception.
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