How to Pronounce "conceit"
word
kənˈsit
kuhn-SEET
kənsˈiːt
kuhn-SEET
Definition
'Conceit' usually means excessive pride in oneself or one's abilities. In literature, it can also refer to a clever or unusual comparison or idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈsit
British English
kənsˈiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-SEET
UK
kuhn-SEET
Listen in Context
Her conceit made her unpopular among her classmates.
He spoke with great conceit about his achievements.
The poet used an unusual conceit in her latest poem.
His constant conceit kept people at a distance.