self-conscious
adjective
\
Definition of self-conscious
1a : conscious of one's own acts or states as belonging to or originating in oneself : aware of oneself as an individual
b : intensely aware of oneself : conscious a rising and self-conscious social class also : produced or done with such awareness self-conscious art
2 : uncomfortably conscious of oneself as an object of the observation of others : ill at ease
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
More Definitions for self-conscious
self-conscious
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of self-conscious
: uncomfortably nervous about or embarrassed by what other people think about you
: done in a way that shows an awareness of the effect that is produced : done in a deliberate way
See the full definition for self-conscious in the English Language Learners Dictionary
self-conscious
adjectiveKids Definition of self-conscious
: feeling uncomfortably nervous or embarrassed when in the presence of or when being observed by other people He's very self-conscious about his appearance.
Comments on self-conscious
What made you want to look up self-conscious? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Musical Words Quiz
-
- Which word describes a musical performance marked by the absence of instrumental accompaniment?
Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Share self-conscious
Resources for self-conscious