self-centered

adjective

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There are 3 syllables in the word self-centered.

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Definition of self-centered:

self-centered (adjective):: independent of outside force or influence self-sufficient; limited to or caring only about yourself and your own needs.

Synonyms for self-centered:

egocentric

egoistic

egoistical

egomaniacal

egotistic

egotistical

narcissistic

self-absorbed

self-centred

self-concerned

self-interested

self-involved

self-loving

self-obsessed

self-oriented

self-preoccupied

self-regarding

self-seeking

self-serving

selfish

solipsistic

Antonyms for self-centered:

altruistic

benevolent

charitable

chivalrous

compassionate

considerate

decent

denying

gallant

generous

giving

helpful

humanitarian

humble

kind

liberal

loving

magnanimous

modest

noble

open-handed

philanthropic

public-spirited

self-denying

self-deprecating

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