Definition of conceit

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  • conceit is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • conceit is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • conceit is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of conceit

  • feelings of excessive pride (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. amour propre
    2. self-love
    3. vanity
  • the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. conceitedness
    2. vanity
  • an artistic device or effect (noun)

    Examples

    1. the architect's brilliant conceit was to build the house around the tree
  • an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things (noun)
  • a witty or ingenious turn of phrase (noun)

    Examples

    1. he could always come up with some inspired off-the-wall conceit

See definition of conceit in Merriam Webster