1. excessively self-centered; concerned with oneself to an excessive degree; showing an inflated sense of self-importance
Usage: Often used interchangeably with 'egotistical,' though 'egotistical' is slightly more common in modern usage

Examples

• His egotistic behavior made it difficult for him to work well with teammates.
• She had an egotistic need to be the center of attention at every gathering.
• The egotistic politician constantly boasted about his accomplishments.
• His egotistic remarks about his wealth offended many people at the dinner party.
• An egotistic person often struggles to empathize with others' feelings.
• The coach criticized the player's egotistic attitude on the court.
• Her egotistic worldview prevented her from seeing other perspectives.