Conceited and Unassertive

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Conceited adjective - Having too high an opinion of oneself.

Usage example: a conceited basketball player who was always too busy even to sign autographs

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Unassertive is an antonym for conceited.

Nearby Words: conceit, conceitedly

Unassertive adjective - Inclined to timidity or lack of self-confidence.

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Conceited is an antonym for unassertive in topics: shy, quiet and self-conscious.

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