egocentrism

Definitions

The quality or state of being egocentric; having little or no regard for interests, beliefs, or attitudes other than one's own.

A cognitive bias in which an individual has difficulty understanding or accepting that others may have perspectives different from their own.

Examples

His blatant egocentrism made it difficult for him to consider the needs or feelings of his colleagues.

The child's natural egocentrism gradually faded as he learned to empathize with his peers.

Synonyms

self-centeredness narcissism self-absorption egotism self-interest vanity self-preoccupation

Antonyms

altruism selflessness magnanimity humility consideration for others self-abnegation generosity