swollen-headed

Definitions of swollen-headed
  1. adjective
    characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
    synonyms: conceited, egotistic, egotistical, self-conceited, swollen, vain
    proud
    feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
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