self-image

noun

self-im·​age ˈself-ˈi-mij How to pronounce self-image (audio)
: one's conception of oneself or of one's role

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In his voiceover, McElwee frequently addresses Adrian and eulogizes his memory, but also expresses self-critical ruminations about his part in his son’s death, how his filmmaking may have contributed to his shaky self-image and the growing distance between them. Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025 The Reprogramming System – Addressing limiting beliefs and emotional patterns around food and self-image that sabotage progress. Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025 Moving forward can feel like a moral battle when your self-image feels tied to every misstep. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025 In recent years, Acura has grappled with its self-image. Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for self-image

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of self-image was in 1939

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“Self-image.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-image. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

self-image

noun
self-im·​age
ˈsel-ˈfim-ij
: one's ideas about oneself or one's role

Medical Definition

self-image

noun
self-im·​age -ˈim-ij How to pronounce self-image (audio)
: one's conception of oneself or of one's role

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