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VANITY definition: 1. the fact that you are too interested in your appearance or achievements: 2. a piece of bedroom…. Learn more.
1. : of, relating to, or being a work (such as a book or recording) whose production cost is paid by the author or artist. 2. : of, relating to, or being a showcase for a usually famous performer or artist who is often also the project's creator or driving force. write, direct, and star in a vanity film.
Vanity is the excessive pride in oneself, usually related to appearance or accomplishments, as in Simon’s vanity wouldn’t let him purchase a more practical car. Vanity can also refer to something a person is overly proud of, as in Lars’ only real vanity was his singing ability.
Vanity is the quality of being vain, or having a ridiculous amount of pride. If you have excessive vanity in your appearance, you probably spend long hours sitting at your vanity table doing your makeup or plucking your nose hairs.
vanity. noun. /ˈvænəti/ (plural vanities) [uncountable] (disapproving) the fact of being too proud of your own appearance, abilities or achievements. She had no personal vanity (= about her appearance). The invitation to head the committee flattered his vanity and he agreed. No doubt the idea appealed to his vanity.
vanity in American English. (ˈvænəti ) noun Word forms: plural ˈvanities. 1. any thing or act that is vain, futile, idle, or worthless. 2. the quality or fact of being vain, or worthless; futility. 3. the quality or fact of being vain, or excessively proud of oneself or one's qualities or possessions; self-conceit.
Definition of vanity. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.
VANITY meaning: 1 : the quality of people who have too much pride in their own appearance, abilities, achievements, etc. the quality of being vain; 2 : something (such as a belief or a way of behaving) which shows that you have too much pride in yourself, your social status, etc. usually plural.
Synonyms for VANITY: ego, pridefulness, pride, arrogance, vainness, vainglory, egotism, smugness; Antonyms of VANITY: humility, modesty, humbleness, diffidence, altruism, timidity, unselfishness, self-doubt
adj. n. 1. excessive pride in oneself or one's appearance; character or quality of being vain. 2. an instance of this quality or feeling. 3. something about which one is vain. 4. lack of real value; worthlessness. 5. something worthless, trivial, or pointless. 6. vanity case. 7. dressing table.
