egocentrism
|e-go-cen-trism|
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/ˌiːɡoʊˈsɛntrɪzəm/
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/ˌiːɡəʊˈsɛntrɪzəm/
self-centered perspective
Etymology
Etymology Information
'egocentrism' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ego,' meaning 'I' or 'self,' and 'centrum,' meaning 'center.'
Historical Evolution
'egocentrism' changed from the Latin word 'egocentricus' and eventually became the modern English word 'egocentrism.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'centered on oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the tendency to perceive, interpret, and prioritize the world in terms of oneself.
Egocentrism can hinder one's ability to empathize with others.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45