Vainglory

usgb/ˈveɪnɡlɔːri/
noun

Excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements, often shown in a pompous manner.

His sense of vainglory was evident in his boastful speeches.
Visual representation of "vainglory" - Excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements, often shown in a pompous manner.

Often appears as...

  • vainglory of life
  • vainglory in accomplishment

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Disapproving

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Pompous Display

Vainglory often suggests a showy, grandiose manner of presenting oneself.

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He walked into the room with vainglory, expecting applause.
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Negative Impression

Using 'vainglory' carries a judgmental tone, implying disapproval of the person's behavior.

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Her vainglory made her colleagues wary of trusting her judgment.
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Cultural Perception

In many cultures, vainglory is seen as an unattractive trait and is socially frowned upon.

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His vainglory clashed with the communal values of the society.
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