self-expression

noun

self-ex·​pres·​sion ˌself-ik-ˈspre-shən 

: the expression of one's own personality : assertion of one's individual traits

self-expressive

ˌself-ik-ˈspre-siv 

adjective

Examples of self-expression in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Art represents beauty and self-expression, while healing reflects science and well-being across mind, body and spirit. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026

Dolly Parton may be gone, but her spirit of self-expression is still making waves — this time in a Texas federal court. — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

McDonald’s has described Gen Z beverage purchases as moments of self-care and self-expression. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026

From unexpected combinations to pops of saturated accessories, this season is all about self-expression and letting color lead the way. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-expression

• decompression
• dispossession
• indiscretion
• intercession
• introgression
• nonaggression
• prepossession
• recompression
• repossession
• retrocession
• retrogression
• supersession

Kids Definition

self-expression

noun

self-ex·​pres·​sion

ˌsel-fik-ˈspresh-ən

: the expression of one's own personality