Narcissism and Empathy A-Z Dictionary (Revised)

This dictionary pairs one term related to narcissism (self-centered, manipulative, or harmful traits) and one related to empathy (compassionate, understanding, or supportive traits) for each letter of the alphabet.

• A
  • Abuse (Narcissism): Inflicting emotional, verbal, or physical harm to control or dominate others.
  • Altruism (Empathy): Selfless concern for others’ well-being without expecting reward.
• B
  • Backstab (Narcissism): Betraying trust for personal gain or to undermine others.
  • Backup (Empathy): Offering reliable support to others in challenging times.
• C
  • Control (Narcissism): Manipulating people or situations to maintain power and ego.
  • Care (Empathy): Demonstrating genuine concern for others’ emotions and needs.
• D
  • Deceit (Narcissism): Lying or misleading to protect self-image or exploit others.
  • Devotion (Empathy): Committing wholeheartedly to supporting others’ growth.
• E
  • Entitlement (Narcissism): Believing one deserves special treatment without merit.
  • Encouragement (Empathy): Inspiring and uplifting others to achieve their potential.
• F
  • Facade (Narcissism): Crafting a false, idealized persona to conceal flaws.
  • Forgiveness (Empathy): Releasing resentment to foster healing and connection.
• G
  • Gaslighting (Narcissism): Manipulating someone to doubt their reality or sanity.
  • Generosity (Empathy): Freely sharing time, resources, or kindness with others.
• H
  • Humiliation (Narcissism): Belittling others to boost one’s own ego.
  • Harmony (Empathy): Promoting peace and mutual respect in relationships.
• I
  • Image (Narcissism): Obsessing over a perfect public persona to gain admiration.
  • Insight (Empathy): Deeply understanding others’ emotions and perspectives.
• J
  • Jealousy (Narcissism): Resenting others’ success or attention due to insecurity.
  • Joy (Empathy): Celebrating others’ happiness and achievements.
• K
  • Knavery (Narcissism): Engaging in dishonest or cunning behavior to manipulate.
  • Kindness (Empathy): Acting with compassion and goodwill toward others.
• L
  • Love-bombing (Narcissism): Overwhelming someone with affection to gain control.
  • Listening (Empathy): Actively hearing and valuing others’ thoughts and feelings.
• M
  • Manipulation (Narcissism): Scheming to influence others for selfish ends.
  • Mercy (Empathy): Showing compassion and leniency in difficult situations.
• N
  • Neediness (Narcissism): Craving constant validation and attention.
  • Nurture (Empathy): Supporting and fostering others’ well-being and growth.
• O
  • Obsession (Narcissism): Fixating on self-image or gain at others’ expense.
  • Openness (Empathy): Being receptive to others’ emotions and experiences.
• P
  • Projection (Narcissism): Attributing one’s flaws or guilt to others to avoid accountability.
  • Patience (Empathy): Remaining calm and supportive with others’ struggles.
• Q
  • Quarrel (Narcissism): Instigating conflict to assert dominance or deflect blame.
  • Quietude (Empathy): Offering a calm, supportive presence for others.
• R
  • Rage (Narcissism): Explosive anger when ego is challenged or criticized.
  • Respect (Empathy): Valuing others’ dignity and boundaries.
• S
  • Selfishness (Narcissism): Prioritizing personal needs over others without regard.
  • Sympathy (Empathy): Sharing and understanding others’ pain or struggles.
• T
  • Triangulation (Narcissism): Pitting people against each other to maintain control.
  • Tenderness (Empathy): Expressing gentle, caring affection toward others.
• U
  • Untruth (Narcissism): Distorting reality to avoid accountability or manipulate.
  • Understanding (Empathy): Validating and grasping others’ emotions and perspectives.
• V
  • Vanity (Narcissism): Excessive focus on appearance or status for admiration.
  • Virtue (Empathy): Acting with moral integrity and compassion.
• W
  • Wrath (Narcissism): Vindictive anger when slighted or challenged.
  • Warmth (Empathy): Radiating kindness and emotional support.
• X
  • Xenophobia (Narcissism): Devaluing others perceived as different to elevate self.
  • X-factor (Empathy): Unique ability to connect and inspire others emotionally.
• Y
  • Yelling (Narcissism): Using verbal aggression to intimidate or control.
  • Yielding (Empathy): Being flexible and accommodating to others’ needs.
• Z
  • Zip (Narcissism): Superficial energy or charm used to manipulate or impress.
  • Zen (Empathy): Embracing calm, mindful presence to support and uplift others.