It is "egocentric", lacking recognition that others' points of view are different from one's own.

In many cases, these organisations represent nations which lack full diplomatic recognition or regions with disputed borders.

The bad news for the Democrats is that their candidates still lack broad recognition or support.

Lacking synagogue and legal recognition, the small Ashkenazic Jewish community held services in a private home from the 15th century.

Until 1630 May seems to have lacked much reward or recognition for his literary efforts.

Several of the world's geo-political entities lack general international recognition, but wish to be recognized as sovereign states.

As with Rhodesia itself, the position lacked international recognition for the entire period.

Such privately adopted titles lack official recognition, but are not illegal to use.

"Now along comes a song that seems to lack any responsibility or recognition of these problems."

The southern factions recognized Guangzhou as the legitimate capital even though it lacked international recognition.