self Synonyms

self Meaning

Wordnet

self (n)

your consciousness of your own identity

a person considered as a unique individual

Wordnet

self (a)

(used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self

Webster

self (a.)

Same; particular; very; identical.

Having its own or a single nature or character, as in color, composition, etc., without addition or change; unmixed; as, a self bow, one made from a single piece of wood; self flower or plant, one which is wholly of one color; self-colored.

Webster

self (n.)

The individual as the object of his own reflective consciousness; the man viewed by his own cognition as the subject of all his mental phenomena, the agent in his own activities, the subject of his own feelings, and the possessor of capacities and character; a person as a distinct individual; a being regarded as having personality.

Hence, personal interest, or love of private interest; selfishness; as, self is his whole aim.

Personification; embodiment.

self Sentence Examples

  1. She spent the evening indulging in self-care activities.
  2. The self-driving car navigated the streets effortlessly.
  3. He has a high level of self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
  4. The company emphasized the importance of self-reliance in its training program.
  5. The athlete's self-discipline played a crucial role in their success.
  6. She struggled with feelings of self-doubt and insecurity.
  7. Meditation helped her to cultivate a strong sense of self-love.
  8. His self-serving actions ultimately led to his downfall.
  9. The self-cleaning oven made kitchen cleanup a breeze.
  10. The organization promoted self-development and growth among its members.

FAQs About the word self

your consciousness of your own identity, a person considered as a unique individual, (used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the

character, personality, colors,nature, tone, soul, individuality, genius, spirit, essence

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She spent the evening indulging in self-care activities.

The self-driving car navigated the streets effortlessly.

He has a high level of self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

The company emphasized the importance of self-reliance in its training program.