Vain′glo″ry (?), n. [Vain + glory.] Excessive vanity excited by one's own performances; empty pride; undue elation of mind; vain show; boastfulness.
He had nothing of vainglory. Bacon.
The man's undone forever; for if Hector break not his neck i' the combat, he'll break't himself in vainglory. Shak.