eingebildet

The German word "eingebildet" is an adjective that means "conceited" or "arrogant". It is derived from the verb "einbilden", which means "to imagine" but in a sense that one 'would unduly ascribe' or 'overrate oneself'.

Similar words in German include:

• "hochmütig" (haughty)
• "arrogant" (arrogant)
• "überheblich" (overbearing or presumptuous)

Differences:

1. Hochmütig: This leans more towards pride and scorn for others, emphasizing disdain stemming from perceived superiority.
2. Arrogant: Directly corresponds to arrogance, bearing a universal applicability similar to "eingebildet".
3. Überheblich: Focuses on overbearing or presumptuous attitudes, often resulting in looking down on others, implying an overestimation of one's own worth.

"Eingebildet" particularly captures a self-centeredness stemming from excessive self-regard or false self-assessments, often without an implied outward scorn that "hochmütig" might carry.