Get above yourself
phrase
To behave or think of yourself as being better or more important than you really are.
She began to get above herself once she got promoted.
Often appears as...
- start to get above oneself
- don't get above yourself
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
To behave or think of yourself as being better or more important than you really are.
She began to get above herself once she got promoted.
Often appears as...
- start to get above oneself
- don't get above yourself
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Used more in casual talk among friends or family, not in professional settings.
Tom, don't get above yourself just because you won the game.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
This phrase is a criticism; it means someone is arrogant or has an inflated ego.
She's starting to get above herself, ignoring everyone's advice.
Pro Tip 3/3Humility Reminder
It's a way to tell someone to remain humble and not overestimate their importance.
You did well, but don't get above yourself - you still have much to learn.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Used more in casual talk among friends or family, not in professional settings.
Tom, don't get above yourself just because you won the game.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
This phrase is a criticism; it means someone is arrogant or has an inflated ego.
She's starting to get above herself, ignoring everyone's advice.
Pro Tip 3/3Humility Reminder
It's a way to tell someone to remain humble and not overestimate their importance.
You did well, but don't get above yourself - you still have much to learn.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Used more in casual talk among friends or family, not in professional settings.
Tom, don't get above yourself just because you won the game.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
This phrase is a criticism; it means someone is arrogant or has an inflated ego.
She's starting to get above herself, ignoring everyone's advice.
Pro Tip 3/3Humility Reminder
It's a way to tell someone to remain humble and not overestimate their importance.
You did well, but don't get above yourself - you still have much to learn.
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