self–esteem

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noun self–es·teem \-ə-ˈstēm\

: a feeling of having respect for yourself and your abilities

Full Definition of SELF-ESTEEM

1

:  a confidence and satisfaction in oneself :  self-respect

2

:  self-conceit

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First Known Use of SELF-ESTEEM

1657

Related to SELF-ESTEEM

Synonyms

ego, pridefulness, self-esteem, self-regard, self-respect

Antonyms

humbleness, humility, modesty

Related Words

aplomb, assurance, confidence, self-assurance, self-assuredness, self-confidence, self-pride, self-trust, self-worth; dignity, face, honor, prestige

Near Antonyms

discredit, disesteem, disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, humiliation, ignominy, infamy, obloquy, odium, opprobrium, shame; demureness, down-to-earthness, humbleness, humility, modesty; diffidence, meekness, shyness, timidity, timidness