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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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Dazzled by their self-image as humanity’s philanthropic guides, they were doomed to reprise the grotesque logic of slave camps under the flag of freedom. Victor J. Blue, Harpers Magazine, 23 Nov. 2025 This all suggests improved self-image and confidence, reflecting the emotional and aesthetic impact of wellness interventions. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 Those efforts helped Trump amplify his self-image as the leader who could end global conflicts. MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Nov. 2025 However, Smith revealed that the turning point with their self-image was after their Thrill of It All tour in 2018. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 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 4 Dec. 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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