Definition

The quality of being focused on oneself and one's own interests, often disregarding others' feelings or needs.

Example

His egocentricity made it difficult for him to maintain friendships, as he rarely considered anyone else's perspective.

Conversation

Have you noticed how some people just can't stop talking about themselves?

Yeah, that kind of egocentricity can be really off-putting.

I mean, it's one thing to share stories, but it's another to make it all about them.

Exactly! Sometimes it's nice to hear about others too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Egocentricity → It is formed from "ego" (from Latin, meaning I or self) and "centricity" (from Greek "kentron", meaning center). The word describes a state of being centered around oneself or having a self-centered perspective.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ego' meaning 'self' and 'centricity' meaning 'center' — this helps you remember that egocentricity refers to being centered around oneself.

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