vanity

The word “vanity” has 3 syllables: van-i-ty

It's pronounced as /ˈvænəti/

What is synonym and antonym for vanity?

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

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

Synonyms for vanity

affectation
airs
amour propre
arrogance
assurance
big-headedness
bighead
complacence
complacency
conceit
conceitedness
confidence
disdainfulness
display
ego
ego trip
egoism
egotism
haughtiness
hubris
imperiousness
lordliness
narcissism
ostentation
overconfidence
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
self-worship
selfishness
show
showing off
smugness
snobbishness
superciliousness
superiority
swelled head
swellheadedness
vaingloriousness
vainglory
vainness

Antonyms for vanity

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

Meanings of vanity

noun
1. That which is vain, futile, or worthless; that which is of no value, use or profit.
2. Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own abilities, appearance or achievements.
3. A dressing table used to apply makeup, preen, and coif hair. The table is normally quite low and similar to a desk, with drawers and one or more mirrors on top. Either a chair or bench is used to sit upon.
4. A washbasin installed into a permanently fixed storage unit, used as an item of bathroom furniture.
5. Emptiness.
6. Any idea, theory or statement that is without foundation.

Example Sentences

Vanity often blinds us to the realities of life, leading to dissatisfaction with ourselves and others.
Her obsession with vanity drove her to spend countless hours in front of the mirror, perfecting her appearance.
Despite his wealth, he lived a life free from the trappings of vanity, preferring simplicity and humility.
The author's memoir explored the emptiness of vanity and the pursuit of materialistic goals.
In the grand scheme of things, vanity holds little significance compared to the depth of character and kindness.

On this page you'll find 83 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vanity, such as: affectation, airs, altruism, amour propre, arrogance, assurance, bashfulness.

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