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self-centered

[ˈsɛlf ˈsɛn.tərd]
adjective
egocêntrico
1. concerned excessively or exclusively with oneself; having little regard for others' needs or feelings
His self-centered attitude made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.
Sua atitude egocêntrica dificultava a manutenção de amizades.
2. relating to or situated at the center of one's own experience rather than considering broader perspectives
The self-centered worldview of a toddler gradually develops into more empathetic thinking.
A visão de mundo egocêntrica de uma criança pequena gradualmente se desenvolve em um pensamento mais empático.
NYC Slang
self-absorbed
Synonyms
selfishegocentricnarcissisticself-absorbedself-interestedconceited
Antonyms
selflessaltruisticempatheticother-centeredconsideratehumble

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
egocêntrico
most common usage
Brazil
centrado em si mesmo
literal translation, less formal
Portugal
egocêntrico
standard usage
Portugal
centrado em si próprio
alternative literal form

Related Idioms & Phrases

all about me
think the world revolves around you
navel-gazing
self-serving
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