The different between egoist and egotist

"Egotism" is an inflated sense of one's importance; it's being conceited or vain. The egotist feels superior to others physically, intellectually or in some other way. "Egoism" is a preoccupation with oneself, but not necessarily feeling superior to others.

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solution: read the introduction, the norm, or even explaination if you still dont get it.