self-absorbed
adjectivePreoccupied with one's own thoughts, concerns, or interests.
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Clear all filtersPreoccupied with one's own thoughts, concerns, or interests.
To absorb new information or incorporate something into a larger whole.
Strongly persuasive or holding close attention.
Strongly persuasive
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Excessively occupied with one's own importance, interests, or achievements.
Excessively self-important
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Attractive or interesting enough to hold attention.
Absorbed in something to the exclusion of other concerns.
To hold someone's attention completely through fascination or delight.
Hold spellbound
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To include something as a part of a larger whole.
Excessively focused on oneself and one's importance or image.
Excessively self-focused
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Good at holding or remembering something.
Holding attention very strongly.
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