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self-conceitedly

/ˌsɛlf.kənˈsiː.tɪd.li/

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adverb

/ˌsɛlf.kənˈsiː.tɪd.li/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее наречие, означающее 'тщеславно или самодовольно'. Происходит от прилагательного 'self-conceited' и использовалось в старой английской литературе для описания поведения, отмеченного чрезмерной гордостью за себя.

An archaic adverb meaning 'in a vain or self-important manner.' It is derived from the adjective 'self-conceited' and was used in older English literature to describe behavior marked by excessive pride in oneself.

  1. In a conceited mannerC1formal

    Behaving or speaking with excessive pride in oneself, often showing an inflated sense of importance.

    ruСамодовольно

    • He spoke self-conceitedly about his achievements at the meeting.
    • She self-conceitedly assumed she was the best candidate for the job.
    • The author self-conceitedly dismissed all criticism of his work.

    Synonymsarrogantlyboastfullyconceitedlyegotisticallyhaughtilypompouslysmuglysuperciliouslyvainly

    Antonymshumblymodestly

Forms
  • more self-conceitedly comparative form
  • most self-conceitedly superlative form