self-respect
noun
self-re·spect
ˌself-ri-ˈspekt 
1
: a proper respect for oneself as a human being
2
: regard for one's own standing or position
Examples of self-respect in a Sentence
getting a job and moving out of his parents' house did a lot to increase his self-respect
Recent Examples on the Web
That kind of self-respect becomes a superpower for life.
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Charna Flam, People.com, 6 May 2025
Still, one hopes that other universities that find themselves in the administration’s crosshairs — and there are many of them now — follow Harvard’s example and make self-respect, and respect for the law, unsurprising again.
—M. Gessen, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
In a world wired for hustle, that choice becomes a radical act of self-respect.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
But Scott has the power of love on his side (though the power of self-respect would serve him better) and, like many an underdog, relies more on clever trickery than physical prowess to win most of the battles.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2025
These team members proudly held on to their self-respect & dignity!
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
And what happened to good old-fashioned self-respect?
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025
Morehouse continues to carry this torch, demonstrating that true sartorial excellence is rooted in legacy, identity, and self-respect.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025
Reclaim your self-respect, stand firm in your values and opinions and be willing to speak up or say no.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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Charna Flam, People.com, 6 May 2025
Still, one hopes that other universities that find themselves in the administration’s crosshairs — and there are many of them now — follow Harvard’s example and make self-respect, and respect for the law, unsurprising again.
—M. Gessen, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
In a world wired for hustle, that choice becomes a radical act of self-respect.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
But Scott has the power of love on his side (though the power of self-respect would serve him better) and, like many an underdog, relies more on clever trickery than physical prowess to win most of the battles.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2025
These team members proudly held on to their self-respect & dignity!
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
And what happened to good old-fashioned self-respect?
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025
Morehouse continues to carry this torch, demonstrating that true sartorial excellence is rooted in legacy, identity, and self-respect.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025
Reclaim your self-respect, stand firm in your values and opinions and be willing to speak up or say no.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Self-respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-respect. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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