narcissism

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Etymology

After Narcissus, a character in Greek mythology who became obsessed with his own reflection.

Pronunciation

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Noun

narcissism (usually uncountable, plural narcissisms)

  1. Excessive love of oneself.
  2. Sexual desire for one's own body.

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