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self-righteous

Definition

  • adjective: having or showing a strong belief that your own actions, opinions, etc., are right and other people's are wrong
  • adjective: convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others
  • synonyms: pharisaic, pharisæan, pharisaical

Examples

  • It's OK to criticize, but don't be/get 'self-righteous' about it.

  • a 'self-righteous' person/tone

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Grail quests require sacrifice. You are a murderer. No. No. Robert, tell her. When history is written, murderers are heroes. You self-righteous bastard! We need to just walk away. -No, don't. Don't. -Walk away. I'll do what I have to now. Anything. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code