Swollen (Adjective)
Meaning
Characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; "a conceited fool"; "an attitude of self-conceited arrogance"; "an egotistical disregard of others"; "so swollen by victory that he was unfit for normal duty"; "growing ever more swollen-headed and arbitrary"; "vain about her clothes".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- His swollen sense of self-importance made him believe he was above the law.
- The celebrity's swollen ego made it difficult for her to connect with her fans.
- After winning the award, he became swollen with pride and started to look down on his colleagues.
- The politician's swollen-headed attitude towards the opposition led to a heated debate.
- The billionaire's swollen sense of entitlement made him disregard the needs of the less fortunate.