- a variation of egotistic.
egotistical
Example Sentences
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The Proverb about “pride before a fall” is a warning to egotistical rulers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
What to know: Ferrell, a master of playing obnoxious, egotistical men who are somehow still lovable, does that once again in this comedy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
“Humble leaders can accomplish more than egotistical leaders.”
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
‘He even bragged about his Mercedes-Benz:’ I rejected two egotistical advisers.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 8, 2026
She searched her mind for some proper egotistical humility and almost happily arrived at the sacrifice—herself.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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