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Conceit
01
тщеславие
excessive pride in oneself or one's abilities, often manifesting as vanity or arrogance
Примеры
His conceit prevented him from acknowledging his mistakes, even when they were pointed out to him.
Его самомнение мешало ему признавать свои ошибки, даже когда на них указывали.
02
an unrealistic or overconfident idea or belief
Примеры
The plan collapsed because it was based on a conceit that success would be immediate.
03
an artistic device used to create a particular effect
Примеры
The painter used the conceit of distorted perspectives to convey tension.
04
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an elaborate or far-fetched poetic image or comparison between very dissimilar things, used in literature
Примеры
John Donne 's metaphysical poetry is famous for its conceits, such as comparing lovers to a compass.
