Pronunciation

/vəˈnɪti/

Definitions

Noun

• Vanity: 1. An excessive love of one’s own appearance or self-importance. “She had a deep-seated vanity about her looks.”
  • 2. A mirror or a piece of furniture with a mirror, often used for personal grooming. “The bathroom vanity featured a large mirror.”
  • 3. (Philosophy) The idea that one’s existence is important or significant. “She struggled with the vanity of human desires.”

Verb

• To be vain: To have an excessive pride in one’s appearance or abilities. “He was quite vain about his success.”
• To indulge in vanity: To excessively focus on one’s appearance or accomplishments. “She often indulged in vanity by spending hours getting ready.”

Adjective

• Vain: Showing excessive pride in oneself; conceited. “His vain behavior made others uncomfortable.”

Phrases

• “Live not by others’ vanity“劝人不要过分依赖别人的看法。
• " Vanity fair” (idiomatic) refers to a place or situation characterized by superficiality and materialism.
• “Vanity project” is a term used for a project undertaken primarily for personal gain or recognition.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her obsession with her appearance was a result of her deep-rooted vanity.”
• Verb: “He couldn’t help but vanity-check himself in the mirror before leaving the house.”
• Adjective: “She wore a dress that was both stylish and vain, drawing attention to every detail.”

Synonyms

• Pride
• Arrogance
• Conceit
• Self-importance
• Narcissism
• Ego

Antonyms

• Humility
• Modesty
• Self-deprecation
• Humbleness