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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
Perfectionism can also lead to depression, low self-esteem, higher levels of stress, and a negative view of the future.1
Learn to accept your mistakes as part of the growth process.
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Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
Experiencing milestones in the limelight can be difficult, even more so when those milestones are fraught by unhealthy relationships that affect our self-esteem and mental health.
—Essence, 16 July 2025
Jess Adams Adams said her eating disorder affected every area of her life—from self-esteem and relationships to her career.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
Few places in the U.S. have self-esteem like Wisconsin.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2025
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Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
Experiencing milestones in the limelight can be difficult, even more so when those milestones are fraught by unhealthy relationships that affect our self-esteem and mental health.
—Essence, 16 July 2025
Jess Adams Adams said her eating disorder affected every area of her life—from self-esteem and relationships to her career.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
Few places in the U.S. have self-esteem like Wisconsin.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-esteem
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Leo season says to take pride in your accomplishments and put them on display.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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Explorers seek variety, creativity, and new experiences, prizing flexibility and innovation. Artisans, motivated by mastery and pride in their work, are autonomous and focused on quality.—
David Michels,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images/Getty Images Also read: Commanders Star WR Reacts to Ending Training Camp Holdout With countless people in and around the league trying to crown him the next big thing, Daniels' ego could have quickly inflated.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Tension could arise if egos clash, but underneath the surface, there’s an invitation to practice softness, to apologize without conditions, and to notice where control is getting in the way of genuine collaboration.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
27 July 2025
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More than 500 faculty members signed a letter of no confidence in President Jay Hartzell, then UT's leader, for his response to the protesters as well as his April 2 termination of former diversity, equity and inclusion employees.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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During her time, she’s gained confidence in cooking savory dishes, but also taking on business administration.—
Alisha Miranda,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 July 2025
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Accessibility and Sustainability Mii amo features one ADA-compliant 400-square-foot Casita, complete with a king-size bed, a roll-in shower, a tub with a permanent seat, and an accessible double vanity.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Distinctive elements: White oak vanity; brass fixtures; quartz countertops; Asian wallpaper.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
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Watkins taught about makeup, nails, entrepreneurship, mental health awareness, financial literacy, social emotional learning, and how to have self-confidence.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 July 2025
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The additions will support the riding center’s efforts to help individuals build self-confidence, develop independence and experience the healing bond between horse and human through horseback riding and horsemanship.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 July 2025
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That party’s reputation for fiscal responsibility has vanished, along with any right to self-respect.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 July 2025
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Your outlook on self-worth, self-respect, and security will deepen in the second week of July.—
Liz Simmons,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2025
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Its grading reports have become the definitive benchmark in the trade and its documents not only certify a gemstone's attributes but also offer assurance in a marketplace where provenance and precision matter.—
Jennifer Lee,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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One of the sources said the US could withdraw those assurances if Hamas doesn’t quickly agree to a deal.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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The robot's performance matched that of skilled human surgeons, handling unexpected scenarios with composure and precision.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Jordan Walsh regains his composure Walsh was whistled for seven personal fouls in the Celtics’ second Summer League game, then was ejected from the third after picking up two technicals in a seven-second span.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
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“Self-esteem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-esteem. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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