self-worth

noun

Meaning

A person's internal evaluation of their own value, dignity, and importance.

Examples

A healthy sense of self-worth is essential for maintaining strong personal boundaries.
Constant criticism from her manager began to erode her self-worth.

Synonyms: self-esteem, self-respect, self-regard, self-valuation

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self-worth

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌselfˈwɜːrθ/

Definition

A person's internal evaluation of their own value, dignity, and importance.

Examples

A healthy sense of self-worth is essential for maintaining strong personal boundaries.
Constant criticism from her manager began to erode her self-worth.
He found that volunteering helped him rebuild his self-worth after losing his job.

Synonyms of self-worth

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