arrogance

Definitions

An exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

A feeling of superiority manifested in an overbearing or haughty manner.

Examples

His arrogance prevented him from admitting that he had made a mistake.

The politician's sheer arrogance alienated many of his former supporters.

Synonyms

haughtiness conceit hubris vanity presumption superciliousness pride

Antonyms

humility modesty humbleness meekness diffidence unpretentiousness