narcism

nar·cis·sism

N n

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nahr-suh-siz-em]
- /ˈnɑr səˌsɪz ɛm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nahr-suh-siz-em]
- /ˈnɑr səˌsɪz ɛm/

Definitions of narcism word

noun narcism inordinate fascination with oneself; excessive self-love; vanity. Synonyms: self-centeredness, smugness, egocentrism. 1
noun narcism Psychoanalysis. erotic gratification derived from admiration of one's own physical or mental attributes, being a normal condition at the infantile level of personality development. 1
noun narcism Alternative form of narcissism. 1

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Origin of narcism

First appearance:

before 1815

One of the 39% newest English words

From the German word Narzissismus, dating back to 1815-25. See narcissus, -ism

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A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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