Narzissmus

narcissism, excessive self-admiration

noun nar-TSIZ-moos Rare

Origin: from Greek myth of Narkissos, via German Narzissmus

Usage Note

Narzissmus is used both clinically (narcissistic personality disorder) and colloquially for self-centredness. Gesunder Narzissmus (healthy self-regard) is a phrase from popular psychology; in everyday speech it is usually pejorative.

Examples

"Sein Narzissmus zeigte sich in dem ständigen Bedürfnis nach Bestätigung."

Natural Translation

His narcissism showed in the constant need for validation.

Literal Translation

His narcissism showed itself in the constant need after confirmation.

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