Definition of Egocentric
Egocentric
ego·cen·tric
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
self-centered, overly concerned with oneself and one's own interests, only thinking about one's own activities or needs and disregarding the thoughts or feelings of others;
e.g. He is incredibly egocentric and will do what he needs to for personal gain without considering the impacts on others.
(adjective)
arising from or concerned with one's individual perspective or experience as opposed to a broader (e.g. societal) perspective;
e.g. The lawmakers approved several egocentric regulations that benefitted them but not the citizens.
(noun)
a person who is selfish and self-centered and whose concern/view is limited to their own interests or activities;
e.g. He is such an egocentric that he made a crucial decision without consulting anyone and turned out to be incorrect.
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