vainglory

Meanings

• noun

  Excessive pride in one's own achievements or attributes.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with vainglory
vain , reign , remain , contempt , esteem , glean , lean , mean , serene , supreme , team , dream , extreme , beame , seem , extreme , stream , glean , gleam , extreme , theme

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Variants

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vainglories , vainglory

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Etymology

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From Middle English: vain glory, from vain 'in vain' + glory 'fame, praise'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'vainglory' first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The term 'vainglory' is often used in religious contexts to describe the sin of pride.

3. The word 'vainglory' is derived from the Middle English words 'vain' (meaning 'in vain') and 'glory' (meaning 'fame or praise').

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Related Concepts

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1. hubris: Hubris is a similar concept to vainglory, representing excessive pride or self-confidence. However, hubris often implies a disregard for the gods or the natural order of things, whereas vainglory focuses on one's own achievements and attributes.

2. narcissism: Narcissism is a personality disorder characterized by an excessive preoccupation with one's own self-image and a lack of empathy for others. Vainglory can be seen as a manifestation of narcissism, as it involves an excessive focus on one's own achievements and attributes.

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Culture

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Vainglory is often depicted in literature and art as a negative trait, representing an excessive and unwarranted pride in one's own achievements or attributes. It can be seen as a form of self-centeredness or narcissism, and is often contrasted with humility.

How to Memorize "vainglory"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person with an overinflated ego, preening themselves in the mirror and boasting about their accomplishments.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'vainglory' with the image of a peacock, displaying its colorful feathers to impress others.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'vainglory' starts with the same letters as 'vanity' and 'vain', which all convey the idea of excessive pride.

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