self-centered
adjectiveHow many syllables in self-centered?
There are 3 syllables in the word self-centered.How to pronounce self-centered:
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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