self-aware

adjective

ˌself-ə-ˈwer 

: characterized by self-awareness

Examples of self-aware in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Skynet soon becomes self-aware, and American military leaders attempt to unplug it. — Emelia S. Probasco, Foreign Affairs, 20 Aug. 2026

The conversation is raucous, self-aware and unexpectedly rueful. — Maer Roshan, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026

That critical aspect is key to the producer’s self-aware take on the genre. — Amanda Cavalcanti, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026

Accountability, resilience, and a willingness to learn are all trademarks of a self-aware and high-performing employee. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-aware

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Medical Definition

self-aware

adjective

-ə-ˈwe(ə)r 

: characterized by self-awareness