1. excessive concern with oneself and one’s own interests; self-centeredness

Examples

• His egotism made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.
• The politician’s egotism was evident in every speech he gave.
• She couldn’t stand his constant egotism and need for attention.
• The author’s egotism prevented him from accepting constructive criticism.
• Their egotism blinded them to the needs of others.
• The team’s failure was partly due to the captain’s egotism.