Definition of: conceit

(kən·sēt′) noun
1. Overweening self-esteem.
2. a A fanciful idea; a quaint or humorous fancy; clever thought or expression. b An extended, flowery, strained metaphor.
3. Imagination.
4. A fancy or ingenious article or design.
5. Apprehension; understanding.
6. A conception or thought. See synonyms under EGOTISM, FANCY, IDEA, PRIDE.
—out of conceit with Displeased with.
—v.t.
1. Obs. To imagine or suppose; think.
2. Dial. To take a fancy to; regard favorably.
3. Obs. To form a conception or idea; conceive. [<CONCEIVE]