self-worth

noun

ˌself-ˈwərth 

: a sense of one's own value as a human being : self-esteem

feelings of self-worth

a lack of self-worth

helping to build/develop self-worth

people with low/greater/higher self-worth

Too often, college students base their self-worth solely on their GPA.

—Marcia Morris

… jobs that gave them not only wages and health care and pensions but also a context, a sense of self-worth, a kind of identity.

—Lance Morrow

… a five-minute film that touches on themes of building inner strength and developing a strong sense of self-worth.

—Natalie Proulx

Examples of self-worth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Networking communities like The Dames are shifting this narrative, creating spaces where women entrepreneurs are encouraged to prioritize their wellness, self-worth, and financial empowerment. —Melissa Houston, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024

It will be filled with fun, engaging content to give parents a helping hand in equipping their children with the necessary tools to build self-worth and a positive body image. —Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 9 Oct. 2024

Venus sheds light on the beauty in vulnerability and soul-to-soul connection when transiting through this Water sign, so don’t hesitate to confront the darker aspects of your relationship with romance, finances and self-worth. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024

Pluto will station direct shortly after, impacting your financial sector along with themes surrounding your self-worth. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

self-worth

noun

-ˈwərth

: self-esteem