illusory superiority
/ɪˌluːsəri suːˌpɪəriˈɒrɪti/
overestimating one's qualities relative to others
illusory superiority in a sentence
“Illusory superiority: 90% of drivers think they're above average.”
Origin of illusory superiority
Latin illusorius mocking + superior higher
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