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Egoistic

usgb/ˌiːɡəʊˈɪstɪk/Volume
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Thinking only about yourself and not caring about others.

Her egoistic behavior made her unpopular at work.
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egoistic behavior
egoistic tendencies
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Egoistic has a negative tone, suggesting a lack of social cooperation and empathy. SlideAvoid acting egoistic during team projects; it's important to value everyone's input.
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Not NarcissisticPlay
Although similar, 'egoistic' isn't as extreme as 'narcissistic,' which implies a deep fixation on oneself. SlideHe may be egoistic at times, but he isn't narcissistic; he can show concern for others too.
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Cultural PerceptionPlay
In some cultures, being egoistic is seen as particularly offensive, as community is valued over the individual. SlideIn her hometown, her egoistic approach to life was frowned upon because of the community-focused culture.