What do you call a person who highly prides their selves but at the same time they doesn't believe in their selves all the time

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A person who highly prides themselves but struggles with self-belief could be described as having "fragile self-esteem" or "insecure pride." These terms reflect a contradiction where the individual presents a confident façade while simultaneously harboring doubts about their self-worth or abilities. Additionally, you might refer to such a person as "overcompensating," as they may boast about their achievements to cover their insecurities. Another term that might fit is "imposter syndrome," where a person feels like a fraud despite external success and accomplishments.