Egomaniac
(noun)
- A person who is extremely self-centered or self-absorbed.
- A person who is obsessed with their own power, talents or achievements.
- A person who has an excessive sense of self-importance.
Origin:
From the latin word "ego" meaning "i" and the greek word "mania" meaning "madness or excessive enthusiasm". it entered the english language in the 19th century.
Examples:
- He was considered an egomaniac as he constantly bragged about his accomplishments.
- She was known as an egomaniac, always putting herself first.
- The CEO's egomaniac behavior caused many problems in the company.
- The egomaniac's demands were impossible to meet.
- He was called an egomaniac because of his constant need for attention.