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Self-important

usgb/ˌself ɪmˈpɔːrtnt/Volume
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The term is often used to express disapproval or mock someone's exaggerated self-worth. SlideWhen the self-important intern ordered everyone around, the staff chuckled.
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Being called self-important suggests that the person is not considerate of others' opinions or feelings. SlideHis self-important attitude made it difficult to work on the group project.
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It's rarely, if ever, appropriate to describe someone as self-important in a positive light. SlideShe was self-important and unaware that her peers didn't admire her confidence.
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