唯我独尊
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Meanings
1
I alone am the honored one
yojijukugo (four-character idiom)abbreviation
Abbreviation of 天上天下唯我独尊, a phrase attributed to the Buddha at birth. Used in Buddhist contexts or to describe an attitude of supreme self-importance.
See also: 天上天下唯我独尊
唯我独尊 is used as an abbreviation of 天上天下唯我独尊.
2
self-conceit; self-centeredness; vainglory
Describes an arrogant, self-important attitude. Often used critically.
I can't stand his self-centered attitude.
After his success, he became self-conceited.
Expressions
- 天上天下唯我独尊throughout heaven and earth, I alone am the honored one