self-in|volved

self-in|volved
self-in|volved «SEHLF ihn VOLVD», adjective.
wrapped up in oneself or one's own thoughts: »

He was not self-involved—at times…he could forget himself (C. P. Snow).


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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