conceit

"My sister's latest conceit is that she can bake the best chocolate chip cookies in the whole town. "

"a man of quick conceit"

"The student's quick conceit allowed her to grasp the complex math problem quickly. "

"My conceit about the upcoming math test is that I'll do well if I study diligently. "

"My teacher had a great conceit for my artistic talent, believing I could be a successful artist. "

"Her sudden decision to quit her job and travel the world was a charming conceit, but probably not realistic. "

"The poet's extended comparison of love to a constantly evolving garden was a beautiful and complex conceit that ran throughout the entire poem. "

"His conceit was obvious when he told everyone he was the best student in the class, even though his grades were only average. "

"The architect's design had a beautiful conceit, a repeating pattern of arches throughout the building. "

"Before the presentation, she conceited that she would do well. "

"The artist conceived a new design for the school's annual poster. "