Quote by William Hazlitt

We grow tired of everything but turning others into ridicule, and congratulating ourselves on their defects.

We grow tired of everything but turning others into ridicule

Summary

This quote suggests that humans tend to find pleasure in criticizing and mocking others rather than appreciating their merits or unique qualities. It speaks to the tendency of people to focus on the flaws and weaknesses of others, often using it as a means to feel superior or secure about oneself. The quote implies that this inclination to belittle others becomes tiresome, highlighting a common pattern of human behavior to seek personal validation by finding faults in others.

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Ridicule

By William Hazlitt

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