Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-absorption
Noun
/ˌsɛlf əbˈzɔrpʃən/
Definition
The state of being excessively preoccupied with oneself and one’s own interests, feelings, and situation.
Examples
- Her self-absorption made it difficult for her to maintain friendships.
- He was so caught up in his own problems that his self-absorption blinded him to others’ struggles.
- Self-absorption can lead to a lack of empathy in relationships.
Meaning
Self-absorption refers to a strong focus on one’s own emotions, thoughts, and experiences, often to the exclusion of others’ perspectives and needs.
Synonyms
- Egocentrism
- Self-centeredness
- Narcissism
- Self-involvement
