The term “overweening” is frequently used in literature to describe an excessive, almost pathological level of self-regard or ambition. It is employed to depict characters whose inflated pride or confidence not only defines their persona but also serves as a harbinger of inevitable downfall or ethical failure [1]. Authors use it to accentuate a hubristic quality—often linking overweening self-love with actions that verge on insolence, audacity, or even the tragic miscalculation of one's abilities [2]. At the same time, its application varies from marking uncontrollable pride in epic narratives to emphasizing subtle but dangerous conceit in personal relationships [3]. This layered usage underscores the broader literary theme that unchecked self-regard, while sometimes inspiring, ultimately becomes the prelude to ruin.