Vainglory example sentences

Related (8): boastfulness, vanity, conceit, egotism, arrogance, self-importance, narcissism, hubris

vain·glo·ry

noun literary

vainglory (noun) · vain-glory (noun)

  - inordinate pride in oneself or one's achievements; excessive vanity:

Synonyms

conceit, conceitedness, narcissism, egotism, egoism, egocentrism, egomania, pride, haughtiness, arrogance, boastfulness, swagger, imperiousness, cockiness, pretension, affectation, airs, show, ostentation, braggadocio, modesty

"Vainglory" Example Sentences

1. His vainglory often got in the way of his personal relationships.
2. Despite her talents, the athlete's vainglory was a major hindrance to team cohesion.
3. The CEO's vainglory was evident in the way he always took credit for the company's successes.
4. Their vainglory led them to ignore the advice of those more knowledgeable in their field.
5. The politician's vainglory made him unwilling to compromise on any issue.
6. Her vainglory caused her to alienate many of her colleagues.
7. The actor's vainglory was evident in the way he always demanded the most attention on set.
8. Their vainglory blinded them to the true impact of their actions on others.
9. The artist's vainglory led him to dismiss any criticism of his work.
10. His vainglory made him unwilling to accept any help or guidance from others.
11. The athlete's vainglory caused him to prioritize his personal achievements over the success of the team.
12. Her vainglory made her constantly seek attention and validation from others.
13. The CEO's vainglory prevented him from acknowledging the contributions of his employees.
14. Their vainglory led them to believe that they were invincible and untouchable.
15. The politician's vainglory caused him to make promises he couldn't keep.
16. His vainglory prevented him from seeing the potential in others and delegating tasks effectively.
17. The actor's vainglory made him difficult to work with and caused tension on set.
18. Their vainglory caused them to underestimate the competition and suffer major losses.
19. The artist's vainglory was evident in the way he dismissed the work of his contemporaries.
20. His vainglory made him unwilling to admit fault or take responsibility for his mistakes.
21. The athlete's vainglory prevented her from learning from her losses and growing as a competitor.
22. Her vainglory caused her to constantly compare herself to others and feel inadequate.
23. The CEO's vainglory made him prioritize his own profit over the welfare of his employees.
24. Their vainglory led them to take unnecessary risks that ultimately caused their downfall.
25. The politician's vainglory made him blunt and insensitive to the needs of his constituents.
26. His vainglory made him compulsively seek recognition and admiration from others.
27. The actor's vainglory blinded him to the importance of teamwork in making a successful film.
28. Their vainglory caused them to overlook crucial details and make fatal errors.
29. The artist's vainglory made him reluctant to collaborate with others and share credit for his work.
30. His vainglory prevented him from truly connecting with others on a deeper level.

Common Phases

1. She was consumed by vainglory; always seeking validation from others.
2. His vainglory knew no bounds; he refused to acknowledge the contributions of his team.
3. She indulged in vainglory; constantly boasting about her accomplishments.
4. The politician's vainglory was evident; he cared more about his public image than actually helping his constituents.
5. Their relationship was destroyed by vainglory; they both wanted to be seen as superior to the other.

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