self-ques·tion·ing
| \ ˌself-ˈkwes-chə-niŋ
, -ˈkwesh- \
, -ˈkwesh- \
Definition of self-questioning
: examination of one's own actions and motives
Synonyms for self-questioning
Synonyms
- introspection,
- self-contemplation,
- self-examination,
- self-observation,
- self-reflection,
- self-scrutiny,
- self-searching,
- soul-searching
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“Self-questioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-questioning. Accessed 29 Jun. 2022.
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The first known use of self-questioning was in 1621
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