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vanity (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvænɪti/

Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.

His vanity was so great that he thought he was the most handsome man in the world.
The actress was known for her vanity, always demanding the best dressing room and the most attention.
Despite his success, he tried to avoid vanity and remain humble.

vanity of (prepositional phrase): The emptiness or futility of something. — "He soon discovered the vanity of his efforts to impress her."
pride and vanity (collocation): A combination of excessive self-esteem and excessive admiration of one's own appearance or achievements. — "His downfall was caused by his own pride and vanity."

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