1
as in pride
a reasonable or justifiable sense of one's worth or importance
friends and family have tried to help the shy child develop some self-esteem
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as in ego
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements
his towering self-esteem made praise from other people entirely unnecessary
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as in confidence
great faith in oneself or one's abilities
the kind of self-esteem that a struggling actor needs to keep going in the face of constant discouragement and rejection
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Recent Examples of self-esteem
Researchers found that couples with higher behavioral affirmation have greater relationship satisfaction, in addition to better personal well-being, as their life satisfaction and self-esteem rise.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
So what happens immediately is your own self-esteem drops, because everybody starts looking at you, talking to you differently.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 30 Aug. 2025
Broader than body image, self-esteem is a subjective emotional state derived from one's assessment of oneself.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
For actress and professional stunt performer Annelisa Richards, whose work includes a role in the TV series Agatha All Along, the values of body positivity, fitness, and self-esteem are deeply personal.
—Essence, 26 Aug. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
So what happens immediately is your own self-esteem drops, because everybody starts looking at you, talking to you differently.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 30 Aug. 2025
Broader than body image, self-esteem is a subjective emotional state derived from one's assessment of oneself.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
For actress and professional stunt performer Annelisa Richards, whose work includes a role in the TV series Agatha All Along, the values of body positivity, fitness, and self-esteem are deeply personal.
—Essence, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-esteem
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As if back in character, Colfer sported a massive smile, while O'Malley pointed his finger at Colfer in pride with a poker face.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Sep. 2025
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Have a few rounds of Guinness pulled with pride, maybe a scotch sour.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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Thanks to his clever punchlines that carry zero sting, the biggest names in TV can leave the ceremony with unbruised egos.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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This wasn’t a choice that should have been left to an individual’s ego, an individual’s ambition.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
10 Sep. 2025
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Beccacece has tried to channel the growing confidence.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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These numbers highlight a challenge that extends far beyond accounting, and that’s not understanding the critical link between financial confidence and entrepreneurial growth.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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There was no vanity in her, which is what Fran McDormand had.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
9 Sep. 2025
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The homeowner’s suite, comprising a large bedroom, a sitting/dressing room, lots of closet space, and a bathroom with marble vanities, spills onto a deck overlooking the yard.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
8 Sep. 2025
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Industry programs and conferences geared toward women are great development resources for anyone interested in strengthening their support systems, building their self-confidence and discovering countless opportunities.—
Anita Nelson,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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That shouldn’t be surprising, as these types of environments often harm mental health, destroy self-confidence and lower productivity.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Approximately 25 artists were highlighted in the book that aims to encompass the nonprofit’s core values: inspiring artistic expression, building community, promoting self-respect and developing independence.—
Cam'ron Hardy,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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My partner’s refusal to be comforted by this institutional food struck me sometimes as pointlessly obstructive and at other times as a sign of self-respect.—
Rachel Cusk,
New Yorker,
24 Aug. 2025
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Colum’s smug assurance that the wedding will happen soon is rocked when Ned shows up with news of the Grants’ suspicions about the raid.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
12 Sep. 2025
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Every watch is protected by a 2-year warranty—an uncommon assurance in a market often marked by uncertainty.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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That space gives us access to clarity, composure, and intentional choice.—
Naz Beheshti,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Expect the Wildcats to feature a strong running game behind Watkins and their reliable offensive line, while maintaining composure offensively and defensively.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Self-esteem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-esteem. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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