Definitions

self-serving

[self-sur-ving] / ˈsɛlfˈsɜr vɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

egotistic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boastful pompous self-absorbed selfish subjective

WEAK

affected aloof autocratic boasting bragging conceited egocentric egoistic egoistical egomaniacal egotistical haughty individualistic inflated inner-directed intimate intrinsic introverted isolated narcissistic obsessive opinionated personal prideful proud puffed up self-admiring self-centered self-important self-involved self-seeking snobbish stuck on oneself stuck-up superior swollen vain vainglorious wrapped up in oneself

Antonyms

STRONGEST

modest

Example Sentences

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Politicians and, yes, journalists both have a weakness for hyperbole, and so maybe all of this is a bit self serving and over the top?

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2025

I am also sad that the team was left behind after a decision that seems so self serving.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 22, 2021

That she chose the most harmful, duplicitous, self serving way to address this is still true—but if she comes out looking bad, it’s still better than she’s ever looked before.

From Slate • Sep. 7, 2021

The only thing anyone can be absolutely sure of is that in each and every moment he will be self serving.

From New York Times • Apr. 9, 2018

Clearly and succinctly without the wandering, self serving side trips taken by Lyle, the dean cast the party line with all the skill of the accomplished angler he was.

From Wild Justice by Sprague, Ruth M.

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