self-important Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride
    chesty; arrogant.
    • an arrogant official
    • arrogant claims
    • chesty as a peacock

WordNet


Self`-im*por"tant adjective
Definitions
  1. Having or manifesting an exaggerated idea of one's own importance or merit.

Webster 1913