as in pride
a reasonable or justifiable sense of one's worth or importance
getting a job and moving out of his parents' house did a lot to increase his self-respect
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Recent Examples of self-respect
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.
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Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
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
Having a plan asserts self-respect as much as maturity.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2025
But don’t forget that true leadership starts with self-respect.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
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
Your outlook on self-worth, self-respect, and security will deepen in the second week of July.
—Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025
Just remember, being honest doesn’t mean compromising your self-respect.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
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
Having a plan asserts self-respect as much as maturity.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2025
But don’t forget that true leadership starts with self-respect.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
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
Your outlook on self-worth, self-respect, and security will deepen in the second week of July.
—Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025
Just remember, being honest doesn’t mean compromising your self-respect.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-respect
Noun
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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
Noun
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Girls in particular report drops in confidence, disrupted sleep, and heavier struggles with mental health.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And with consecutive 100-plus yard performances from two different wideouts, Albin’s confidence in the offense continues to grow.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Self-respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-respect. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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