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self-centered behavior

[self-ˈsen-tərd bɪ-ˈheɪ-vyər]
nounpl: self-centered behaviors
comportamento egocêntrico
1. Actions and conduct characterized by excessive concern with oneself and one's own needs, desires, or interests, often at the expense of others
His self-centered behavior made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.
Seu comportamento egocêntrico dificultava a manutenção de amizades.
2. The tendency to interpret events and situations primarily in relation to oneself rather than considering others' perspectives
The child's self-centered behavior is typical for their age group.
O comportamento egocêntrico da criança é típico de sua faixa etária.
NYC Slang
me-first attitude
Synonyms
narcissistic behavioregocentric behaviorselfish conductself-absorptionself-interest
Antonyms
altruistic behaviorselfless conductempathetic behaviorconsideration for othersgenerosity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento egocêntrico
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
comportamento centrado em si mesmo
Alternative formal expression used in business contexts
Portugal
comportamento egocêntrico
Standard usage in Portugal, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

thinking only of oneself
wrapped up in oneself
all about me
navel-gazing
só pensa em si mesmo
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