Standard Synonyms
Inattention
Preoccupation
Concentration
Engrossment
Absorption
Self-involvement
Selfishness
Egotism
Narcissism
Self-centeredness
Self-regard
Self-love
Slang Synonyms
Self-obsessed
Narcissistic
Egotistical
Conceited
Vain
Academic Synonyms
Narcissism
Solipsism
Self-obsession
Self-love
Egoism
Self-centeredness
Self-regard
Self-admiration
Self-absorption
Old English Synonyms
Narcissism
Selfishness
Self-involvement
Self-centeredness
Egocentrism
Regional Synonyms
Self-admiration
Egoism
Presumptuousness
Self-confidence
Self-conceit
Self-importance
Self-satisfaction
Smugness
Vanity
Conceit
Industry-specific Synonyms
Indulgence
Self-indulgence
Self-gratification
Selfishness
Egocentrism
Egotism
Self-centeredness
Self-love
Narcissism
Antonyms
Selflessness
Humility
Altruism
Public-mindedness
Meaning
The tendency to think only about oneself and one’s own interests.
Definition
Self-absorption is the act of excessive focus on one’s own thoughts and feelings. It is a form of narcissism and can lead to feelings of entitlement, grandiosity, and a lack of empathy for others.
Example Sentences
1. She was so self-absorbed that she didn’t even notice when her child fell and started crying.
2. He’s so self-absorbed that he didn’t even notice that I was crying.
3. She’s so self-absorbed that she didn’t even notice when I left the room.
4. I was so self-absorbed that I didn’t even notice when he came in.
5. He’s so self-absorbed that he didn’t even notice when she left.