En ocasiones, la actitud presumida de las personas es un mecanismo de defensa ante la inseguridad.
At times, people's conceited attitude is a defense mechanism against insecurity.
Context: psychology El presumido comportamiento del protagonista en la novela refleja una crítica a los valores superficiales de la sociedad actual.
The conceited behavior of the protagonist in the novel reflects a critique of the superficial values of today's society.
Context: literature Detrás de su fachada presumida, existía una profunda vulnerabilidad que pocos lograron ver.
Behind her conceited facade, there was a deep vulnerability that few managed to see.
Context: psychology