How to Pronounce "egocentric"

word

ˌiɡoʊˈsɛntɹɪk

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ˌiːɡəʊsˈɛntɹɪk

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Definition

An egocentric person always thinks about themselves and does not consider other people's feelings or opinions.

American English

ˌiɡoʊˈsɛntɹɪk

British English

ˌiːɡəʊsˈɛntɹɪk

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He is so egocentric that he never listens to other people's ideas.

A truly egocentric child may find it hard to share their toys.

It is egocentric to think your problems are more important than others'.

Honestly, Tom can be pretty egocentric when he talks about his achievements.