self-awareness
noun
self-aware·ness
ˌself-ə-ˈwer-nəs 
: an awareness of one's own personality or individuality
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With the swagger and confidence of peaceful warriors, each character in the film conveys a self-awareness of their inherent value as productive and fully engaged members of society.
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James Edward Mills, Outside, 25 Nov. 2025
The systems differ in structure and symbolism, but both are ultimately tools for self-awareness.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
His advice to emerging leaders centers on developing self-awareness, surrounding yourself with people who will be honest with yo,u, and trusting in your vision.
—Essence, 24 Nov. 2025
The deposition scene and the self-awareness that Richard has.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 17 Nov. 2025
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James Edward Mills, Outside, 25 Nov. 2025
The systems differ in structure and symbolism, but both are ultimately tools for self-awareness.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
His advice to emerging leaders centers on developing self-awareness, surrounding yourself with people who will be honest with yo,u, and trusting in your vision.
—Essence, 24 Nov. 2025
The deposition scene and the self-awareness that Richard has.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 17 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-awareness
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“Self-awareness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-awareness. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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