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idiocentric

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Characterized by or denoting interest centered upon oneself or one's own ways, rather than upon others or the ways of others; self-centered.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: egocentric, individualistic, self-interested, egoistical, every man for himself, idiocentric, interested, porkish, reptilian, selfish, selflike, selfsome, self-absorbed, self-centered, self-minded, self-seeking, self-serving, solipsistic

Antonyms: sociocentric, collectivistic, allocentric

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adj

Meaning 2

Deviating from the norm; eccentric.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: atypical, idiosyncratic, individualistic, unconventional

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From idio- + -centric.