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 happens through predictable acts of self-respect, rather than just affirmations.
—
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Value yourself — self-respect guides smarter choices.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Productivity hits different when it’s rooted in self-respect.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 18 Jan. 2026
Here, the love planet sees (and shows us) the beauty of consistency, loyalty and long-term investments, whether that’s choosing self-respect or fully committing to a partner.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Partnerships become clearer as messenger Mercury informs your relationships, while expansive Jupiter highlights your identity needs and self-respect.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
The national nonprofit provides the opportunity for inner-city kids to participate in football and cheer, while teaching them the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline and self-respect.
—Vivian Kwarm, Mercury News, 12 Dec. 2025
Assertive, respectful communication not only reinforces boundaries but models self-respect for your children.
—Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
Vocational schools give future generations an opportunity to gain self-respect and contribute substantially to local economies and the national GDP.
—Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Value yourself — self-respect guides smarter choices.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Productivity hits different when it’s rooted in self-respect.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 18 Jan. 2026
Here, the love planet sees (and shows us) the beauty of consistency, loyalty and long-term investments, whether that’s choosing self-respect or fully committing to a partner.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Partnerships become clearer as messenger Mercury informs your relationships, while expansive Jupiter highlights your identity needs and self-respect.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
The national nonprofit provides the opportunity for inner-city kids to participate in football and cheer, while teaching them the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline and self-respect.
—Vivian Kwarm, Mercury News, 12 Dec. 2025
Assertive, respectful communication not only reinforces boundaries but models self-respect for your children.
—Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
Vocational schools give future generations an opportunity to gain self-respect and contribute substantially to local economies and the national GDP.
—Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
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“Self-respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-respect. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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