Alexander Pope Quote - Conceit is to nature what paint is to beauty; it is not only needless, but it impairs what it would improve.

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Conceit is to nature what paint is to beauty; it is not only needless, but it impairs what it would improve.

"Conceit is to nature what paint is to beauty; it is not only needless, but it impairs what it would improve."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Beautiful
Tags: Beautiful Improvement Nature Wry

Meaning of this quote

Self-importance can spoil qualities it attempts to enhance.

Key takeaway: Let your qualities speak without embellishment.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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