Egotism – usually just a case of mistaken nonentity.
Meaning of the quote
This quote suggests that being overly self-focused or thinking too highly of yourself is actually a case of mistaken identity. In other words, people who are very egotistical or conceited often have a wrong idea of who they really are. They may think they are more important or talented than they actually are. The quote implies that this type of egotistical behavior is not an accurate reflection of a person's true self or identity.
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