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Meaning of overweening
having or showing an excessively high opinion of oneself or one's achievements
Etymology of overweening
The word "overweening" has its roots in Old English, with "over" meaning "excessively" and "ween" meaning "to think" or "to suppose"
Historically, the word has been used to describe individuals who exhibit excessive pride or self-importance, often to the point of being arrogant or condescending
Synonyms
arrogant
conceited
haughty
proud
pretentious
self-important
superior
egotistical
pompous
boastful
vainglorious
snobbish
condescending
patronizing
dismissive
scornful
contemptuous
imperious
domineering
overbearing
tyrannical
dictatorial
authoritarian
oppressive
presumptuous
insolent
impertinent
impudent
cheeky
brazen
audacious
unbridled
unrestrained
uncontrolled
excessive
extravagant
immodest
shameless
unabashed
unapologetic
unremorseful
Definitions
- Having or showing an excessively high opinion of oneself or one's achievements
- * Feeling or showing too much pride or self-importance
Usage Examples
- The billionaire's overweening ambition led him to invest in numerous failed ventures
- * Her overweening confidence made her come across as arrogant and dismissive of others' opinions
- * The politician's overweening sense of self-importance led him to make decisions without consulting his advisors
Antonyms
humble
modest
unassuming
lowly
meek
submissive
deferential
respectful
courteous
polite
gracious
affable
genial
kind
gentle
mild
temperate
restrained
controlled
disciplined
unpretentious
straightforward
sincere
genuine
down-to-earth
unostentatious