self-respect

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self-re·spect | \ ˌself-ri-ˈspekt

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Definition of self-respect

1 : a proper respect for oneself as a human being

2 : regard for one's own standing or position

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The first known use of self-respect was in 1765

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self-respect

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English Language Learners Definition of self-respect

: proper respect for yourself as a human being

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self-respect

noun

self-re·spect | \ ˌself-ri-ˈspekt\

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: someone's proper regard for himself or herself as a human being

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