Above yourself
adjective
Feeling very important and superior, often unreasonably or arrogantly.
Don't get above yourself just because you won the competition.
Often appears as...
- getting above yourself
- acting above yourself
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
adjective
Having an overly high opinion of oneself, often causing offence or bothering others.
He's been very above himself ever since he got promoted, it's really annoying the team.
Often appears as...
- being above yourself
- comes across as above himself
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Feeling very important and superior, often unreasonably or arrogantly.
Don't get above yourself just because you won the competition.
Often appears as...
- getting above yourself
- acting above yourself
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
adjective
Having an overly high opinion of oneself, often causing offence or bothering others.
He's been very above himself ever since he got promoted, it's really annoying the team.
Often appears as...
- being above yourself
- comes across as above himself
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Not Praise
The phrase usually expresses criticism, not a compliment, suggesting someone has an inflated ego.
After the meeting, John was really getting above himself, disregarding everyone else's input.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Caution
Use this phrase in casual conversation, but avoid it in formal or professional settings.
You might think you're just joking, but don't tell Lisa she's getting above herself.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Some cultures may consider direct accusations rude; indirect language might be preferred.
In some workplaces, telling someone they're acting above themselves could be seen as confrontational.
Pro Tip 1/3Not Praise
The phrase usually expresses criticism, not a compliment, suggesting someone has an inflated ego.
After the meeting, John was really getting above himself, disregarding everyone else's input.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Caution
Use this phrase in casual conversation, but avoid it in formal or professional settings.
You might think you're just joking, but don't tell Lisa she's getting above herself.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Some cultures may consider direct accusations rude; indirect language might be preferred.
In some workplaces, telling someone they're acting above themselves could be seen as confrontational.
Pro Tip 1/3Not Praise
The phrase usually expresses criticism, not a compliment, suggesting someone has an inflated ego.
After the meeting, John was really getting above himself, disregarding everyone else's input.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Caution
Use this phrase in casual conversation, but avoid it in formal or professional settings.
You might think you're just joking, but don't tell Lisa she's getting above herself.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Some cultures may consider direct accusations rude; indirect language might be preferred.
In some workplaces, telling someone they're acting above themselves could be seen as confrontational.
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