conceited
|con-ceit-ed|
B2
/kənˈsiːtɪd/
excessive self-regard
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conceited' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'conceit,' where 'conceit' meant 'opinion or imagination.'
Historical Evolution
'conceit' changed from the Middle English word 'conceit' and eventually became the modern English word 'conceited.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having an opinion or imagination,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having an excessively favorable opinion of oneself.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an excessively favorable opinion of one's abilities, appearance, or worth.
She was so conceited that she couldn't see her own flaws.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40