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hubris
Definitions
(Adjective) when a person oversteps his ego as President Nixon did during Watergate(Noun) exceeding pride
(Noun) Excessive confidence or pride. Where a person may think they can do no wrong or harm in their own eyes.
Usage: That was the hero's only flaw: his hubris.
(Adjective) Arrogance
Usage: He demonstrated hubris in his inability to be swayed with reason
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