Self-important (Adjective)
Meaning
Having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride; "an arrogant official"; "arrogant claims"; "chesty as a peacock".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The self-important manager insisted on addressing the entire staff about a minor issue that only affected a few employees.
- His self-important attitude made it difficult for others to work with him, as he always had to be in control.
- The politician's self-important speech was met with skepticism by many in the audience who felt he was out of touch with reality.
- She came across as self-important and pretentious, using overly complex vocabulary to describe simple ideas.
- The self-important celebrity demanded special treatment at the restaurant, refusing to wait in line like everyone else.