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egocentrically

/ˌiː.ɡoʊˈsɛn.trɪ.kə.li/
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Adjective:egocentric
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1

In an egocentric manner; with excessive focus on oneself and little or no regard for the needs, feelings, or perspectives of others.

Example

"He behaved egocentrically throughout the negotiation, ignoring the concerns of his business partners."

2

In a manner that perceives, interprets, or represents spatial relations and external reality relative to the observer's own position or perspective (in psychology and cognitive science).

Example

"Young children often orient themselves egocentrically before developing the ability to use external landmarks."

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• Nearby Words

egiin
ego
egocentric
egocentrically
egocentrism
egoism
egoist

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Egocentrically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/egocentrically
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