Self-centered
(adjective)
Having a focus that is primarily on oneself, often to the exclusion of others and their needs or feelings.
Origin:
The word 'self-center' is a compound word made up of 'self' meaning one's own person and 'centered' meaning focused or centered on oneself.
Examples:
- She was so self-centered that she never bothered to ask anyone how they were feeling.
- His self-center attitude caused problems in his personal and professional relationships.
- The self-center celebrity only cared about getting more attention and fame.
- The self-center CEO was focused solely on increasing his own wealth and power.
- Self-center individuals tend to have trouble making friends and building meaningful relationships.