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Definition of self-congratulation noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

self-congratulation

noun
 
/ˌself kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃn/
 
/ˌself kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃn/
 [uncountable] (usually disapproving)
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  1. a way of behaving that shows that you think you have done something very well and are pleased with yourselfTopics Personal qualitiesc2
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