self-portrait

noun

self-por·​trait ˌself-ˈpȯr-trət 

-ˌtrāt

: a portrait of oneself done by oneself

Examples of self-portrait in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The offerings there include a self-portrait by Frida Kahlo, an illustration of Pokémon, recreations of cave paintings in Lascaux, and sculptures of characters from Star Wars, the film franchise created by Lucas himself. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Alexandra Leclerc’s new Rhode collaboration is a pocket-sized self-portrait. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

In her first solo show, artist Neveah Marquez, known as Perry Picasshoe, explores the concept of sanctity through vulnerable self-portraits and a confession booth that reveals guests’ secrets. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Some emerge anonymously, like a wall filled with self-portraits left behind by students at the end of the semester at the college where Aguilar teaches; their enhanced interest arises from accumulation and rearrangement. — Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-portrait

• portrait

Kids Definition

self-portrait

noun

self-por·​trait

ˈself-ˈpōr-trət, 

-ˈpȯr-, 

-ˌtrāt

: a portrait of oneself made by oneself