self-critical

adjective

self-crit·i·cal | \ ˌself-ˈkri-ti-kəl

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Definition of self-critical

: inclined to find fault with oneself : critical of oneself a self-critical perfectionist … helping patients identify and challenge pessimistic or self-critical thoughts that cause or perpetuate depression.— Mary A. Whooley

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