vainglorious
The word “vainglorious” has 4 syllables: vain-glo-ri-ous.
It's pronounced as /veɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/.
What is synonym and antonym for vainglorious?
In the thesaurus, “vainglorious” has 13 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for vainglorious along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for vainglorious
- arrogant
- conceited
- domineering
- egoistical
- egotistic
- egotistical
- pompous
- prideful
- proud
- self-important
- selfish
- smug
- vain
Antonyms for vainglorious
- diffident
- egoless
- humble
- modest
- timid
Meanings of vainglorious
- adjective
- With excessive vanity or unwarranted pride.
Example Sentences
- The leader's speeches were often filled with vainglorious claims of unmatched success.
- Despite his many achievements, the artist remained humble and avoided vainglorious self-praise.
- The novel's antagonist was a vainglorious character obsessed with personal glory at any cost.
- In the face of adversity, the hero's actions were driven by purpose, not vainglorious motives.
- The politician's promises sounded vainglorious, raising doubts about their sincerity.
On this page you'll find 18 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vainglorious, such as: arrogant, conceited, diffident, domineering, egoistical, egoless, egotistic.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
vain
- arrogant
- cocky
- conceited
- egoistical
- egotistical
- empty
- frivolous
- fruitless
- futile
- important
- petty
- proud
- selfish
- smug
- trivial
- unsuccessful
- useless
- vainglorious
- worthless