vainglory

The word “vainglory” has 3 syllables: vain-glo-ry

It's pronounced as /veɪnˈɡlɔːri/

What is synonym and antonym for vainglory?

In the thesaurus, “vainglory” has 64 synonyms and 19 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for vainglory along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for vainglory

amour propre
arrogance
assurance
big-headedness
bighead
boastfulness
bragging
cockiness
complacence
complacency
conceit
conceitedness
condescension
confidence
disdainfulness
ego
egoism
egotism
haughtiness
hubris
huff
imperiousness
lordliness
overconfidence
patronage
pomposity
pompousness
presumption
pretence
pretense
pretension
pretentiousness
pride
pridefulness
self-admiration
self-assertion
self-assumption
self-assurance
self-centeredness
self-conceit
self-confidence
self-congratulation
self-esteem
self-glory
self-importance
self-love
self-opinion
self-pride
self-respect
self-righteousness
self-satisfaction
selfishness
smugness
snobbery
snobbishness
strutting
superciliousness
superiority
swagger
swelled head
swellheadedness
vaingloriousness
vainness
vanity

Antonyms for vainglory

altruism
bashfulness
demureness
diffidence
humbleness
humility
meekness
modesty
passiveness
passivity
self-disgust
self-doubt
self-hate
self-loathing
shyness
timidity
timidness
truth
unselfishness

Meanings of vainglory

noun
1. Excessive vanity.
2. Boastful, unwarranted pride in one's accomplishments or qualities.
3. Vain, ostentatious display.
4. A regarding of oneself with undue favor.
verb
1. To boast; to act in a vain manner.

Example Sentences

In his pursuit of vainglory, the performer sought applause at any cost.
The artist focused on creating meaningful work rather than chasing after vainglory.
The warrior chose humility over vainglory, letting actions speak louder than words.
The monarch's reign was marked by a quest for personal vainglory rather than the welfare of the kingdom.
The poet condemned the pursuit of vainglory, advocating for authenticity in creative expression.

On this page you'll find 83 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vainglory, such as: altruism, amour propre, arrogance, assurance, bashfulness, big-headedness, bighead.

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