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

This fall, New York museums are mounting an intriguing mix of shows that speak to notions of girlhood, nostalgia, and feminine self-expression across time, cultures, and creative disciplines. — Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026

The global market research company, Circana, has seen consumers gravitate toward accessories that offer self-expression or an emotional connection. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Naturally Serious Skin 50% off More than just tools, Wavytalk is an expression-first brand fueling a movement of self-expression and confidence through hair styling. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026

For Mason, though, her paintings have always been about self-expression. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 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