self-improvement
noun
self-im·prove·ment
ˌself-im-ˈprüv-mənt 
plural self-improvements
: the act or process of improving oneself by one's own actions
individuals interested in self-improvement
opportunities for self-improvement
also
: an instance or result of such improvement
You don't need to wait to ring in the new year to start making self-improvements, because it's always a good time. —
Nicole Yi
—often used before another noun Nicole Yi self-improvement efforts
a self-improvement blog
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Promote a genuine humility that fuels self-improvement, season after season, and sets an example for all to follow.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 July 2025
For example, research published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin shows that the way a partner supports self-improvement has a powerful impact on both one’s personal growth and on relationship quality.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
During leadership team meetings, Gwyneth sometimes brought in one of her gurus to hold a self-improvement workshop.
—Liz McNeil, People.com, 16 July 2025
One of his main goals for his post-basketball career is to enhance the game’s popularity as a gateway to self-improvement.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 July 2025
For example, research published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin shows that the way a partner supports self-improvement has a powerful impact on both one’s personal growth and on relationship quality.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
During leadership team meetings, Gwyneth sometimes brought in one of her gurus to hold a self-improvement workshop.
—Liz McNeil, People.com, 16 July 2025
One of his main goals for his post-basketball career is to enhance the game’s popularity as a gateway to self-improvement.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-improvement
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“Self-improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-improvement. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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