noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A person's own view of themselves and their own character and worth.

   "In other words, there is a discrepancy between her experiences and her self-image."

Synonyms

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self-perception

Example

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"Your self-image affects, and is affected by, the way you interpret your achievements."

Etymology

From self- + image.

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