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Definition of: conceit

(kən·sēt) noun
1. Overweening self-esteem.
2. a A fanciful idea; a quaint or humorous fancy; clever thought or expression. b An extended, flowery, strained metaphor.
3. Imagination.
4. A fancy or ingenious article or design.
5. Apprehension; understanding.
6. A conception or thought. See synonyms under EGOTISM, FANCY, IDEA, PRIDE.
—out of conceit with
Displeased with.
v.t.

1. Obs. To imagine or suppose; think.
2. Dial. To take a fancy to; regard favorably.
3. Obs. To form a conception or idea; conceive. [<CONCEIVE]

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Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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