Hubris
/ˈhjuː.brɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) Excessive pride or self-confidence that often leads to downfall.
The CEO's hubris blinded him to the risks, causing the company's collapse.
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Commentary
Hubris is typically used to describe a fatal flaw in legal or literary contexts, warning against overestimating one's power or position.
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