VANITY Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

vanity

noun

ˈva-nə-tē

Definition of vanity

as in ego

an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements an all-consuming vanity that made him hunger for constant praise from others

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Recent Examples of vanity Paintings, artwork, sculptures, stamps, statuary, other collector’s pieces (such as pieces of archaeology), as well as antiques older than 100 years but not over 250 years old are listed, as are suitcases, trunks, vanities and other types of bags. — Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 This bedroom’s luxurious bath features beautiful tile, two sinks, each with its own vanity, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a separate room for the commode. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026 Most Popular In Oona’s bathroom the tiles are from Country Floors, the vintage mirror is from Venice, Italy, and the vanity is an antique chest that was converted to a vanity with fittings by Waterworks. — Sara Ruffin Costello, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026 Check the bathroom vanity and mattress for spaces where a cat or kitten could crawl in and become trapped. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vanity

Recent Examples of Synonyms for vanity

Noun

The fact that both quarterbacks checked their ego at the door has impressed North Stars coach Rob Pomazak.

— Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Sometimes, even when the prosecutor involved almost certainly knows something other than justice is in the works, there is a momentum of ego and bureaucracy that is hard to reverse.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of ego

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Harris credited his defensive line and said the team takes pride in being a hard team to run against.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
In short, Parton may not have claimed to be a feminist, but her feminist fans claimed her just the same — with pride and affection.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026