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

Examples of self-image in a Sentence

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Wellness House traditionally explores the dynamic intersection of health, nutrition, self-empowerment, healing, and self-image, examining how dietary trends impact our Black community through a critical lens. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 June 2025 Researchers found that teens who made clear links between life events and their self-image and saw themselves as agentic were more likely to have stronger commitments and explore options more deeply and broadly. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025 Research on vulnerable narcissism suggests that those who lash out or seem impervious to criticism may in fact be protecting a fragile ego—especially when rejection threatens their self-image. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025 This may be a defense mechanism to protect our relationship and self-image. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 27 May 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 30 Jun. 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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