We’ve all met someone whose entitled attitude makes them pretty much unbearable to be around. These people walk through life as if the world owes them something and they make interacting with them just plain exhausting and frustrating. If you’re trying to make sense of a tough relationship or spot an entitled person in your life, here are 15 telling traits that self-entitled individuals often share.
1. They Interrupt You Constantly
You’re mid-sentence, and bam—they cut you off like what you were saying didn’t even matter. People who think they’re more important than everyone else just can’t resist hearing their own voice. When someone interrupts you constantly, it’s more than just annoying—it’s like they have this flashing neon sign that they believe their thoughts and opinions are much more important than anyone else’s.
2. They Never Apologize
Ever waited for an “I’m sorry” from a self-entitled person? You’ll be waiting a while. Admitting they’re wrong would mean acknowledging they’re not perfect, and that’s just not an option for them. Instead, they’ll deflect, justify, or twist things until you’re the one left questioning if *you* should be apologizing. For them, saving face is more important than owning up to their actions.
3. They Expect Special Treatment 24/7
Self-entitled people genuinely believe they deserve the royal treatment, no questions asked. They’ll cut in line, demand extra perks, or throw a fit if things don’t go exactly their way. To them, being treated like everyone else feels like an insult. It’s exhausting to be around someone who thinks they’re a VIP.
4. They Lack Empathy Completely
If you’re hoping for understanding or compassion from an entitled person, don’t hold your breath. They’re so wrapped up in their own world that your feelings simply don’t appear on their radar. When you share a problem, they might shrug or change the subject—it’s like your emotions are just background noise. It’s draining to interact with someone who doesn’t see past their own nose.
5. They Make Everything About Themselves
Start talking about your day, and within seconds, they’ve already somehow managed to steer the conversation back to themselves. It doesn’t matter if you’re sharing good news or venting, somehow, it always circles back to their latest adventure or drama. Self-entitled people are masters at turning every moment into their moment.
6. They Can’t Handle Criticism
Giving feedback to an entitled person is like poking a hornet’s nest. Even the gentlest critique can set them off because, in their mind, they’re flawless. Instead of taking it in stride, they’ll get defensive, lash out, or dismiss you altogether.
7. They Compete with Everything and Everyone
Friendly competition? Not with a self-entitled person. They have to win at everything—whether it’s a work project, a board game, or even a casual debate. Mention an achievement, and they’ll jump in with a bigger, better story. They’re so preoccupied with trying to prove they’re superior that they don’t realize how unbearable they are to be around.
8. They Blame Others for Everything
If something goes wrong, guess what? It’s definitely not their fault. Self-entitled people are pros at dodging responsibility and pointing fingers. They’ll craft these lengthy and elaborate explanations about how someone else dropped the ball so they don’t have to think about what they did wrong.
9. They Expect You to Prioritize Them Always
They’ll expect you to drop everything to accommodate their needs, whether it’s changing your plans or answering their messages instantly. In their mind, their time and desires come first, and yours? Well, they don’t think about yours at all.
10. They Don’t Say Thank You
If you’ve ever done something nice for an entitled person you’ll know that it earns you zero acknowledgment. They think they deserve whatever it is you did for them, so saying “thank you” doesn’t even cross their mind. Gratitude feels foreign to them because they’re convinced they’re entitled to special treatment without having to show appreciation. Over time, this lack of acknowledgment can make you feel invisible and used.
11. They Always Play the Victim
When life doesn’t go their way, they’ll twist the story until they’re the ones who were wronged. It’s never their fault, it’s always about how unfairly they’ve been treated. This is their way of deflecting blame and shifting focus so others feel sorry for them instead of holding them accountable. The perpetual victim act is not only exhausting, but it’s also manipulative.
12. They Love to Name-Drop
Entitled people have a knack for slipping important names into conversations. “Oh, my friend who works at [prestigious company] said…” or “When I was with [well-known person]…” It’s their not-so-subtle way of showing off, making sure everyone knows just how “connected” they are. But instead of sounding impressive, it usually just makes everyone roll their eyes and tune out.
13. They Need Instant Gratification
Waiting is not in an entitled person’s vocabulary. If they don’t get what they want when they want it, expect them to blow up. They don’t understand that life doesn’t operate on their timeline, and their lack of patience can make interactions stressful. Their motto might as well be, “I want it now, or I’m throwing a fit.”
14. They Talk Down to People
Whether it’s subtle or blatant, entitled people have a way of making you feel small. They’ll use a condescending tone or patronize you as if they’re the smartest person in the room. It doesn’t matter if they’re talking to a coworker, a friend, or a stranger—if they feel even a hint of superiority, they’ll let it show.
15. They Can’t Stand When Others Succeed
When someone else shines, an entitled person can barely stand it. They might offer a lukewarm “congratulations” or try to shift the attention back to themselves. Deep down, they can’t handle not being the center of attention, and your success feels like a threat. Instead of being genuinely happy for you, they’ll find ways to downplay your achievements and keep themselves in the spotlight.
This content was created by a real person with the assistance of AI.
