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self-perception

noun self-per·cep·tion \ ˌself-pər-ˈsep-shən \
|Updated on: 12 Jun 2018

Definition of self-perception

: perception of oneself; especially : self-concept

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SELF-PERCEPTION Defined for English Language Learners

self-perception

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Definition of self-perception for English Language Learners

  • : the idea that you have about the kind of person you are

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