PsychologyJuly 14, 2026

narcissism

/ˈnɑːrsɪsɪzəm/

Definition

An excessive sense of self-importance and a preoccupation with one's own needs, often characterized by a lack of genuine humility.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Greek mythological figure Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection. It entered English in the late 19th century through psychological terminology to describe abnormal self-obsession.

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