as in pride
a feeling that you are a good person who deserves to be treated with respect
He had a healthy sense of self-worth despite the ridicule he received as a child.
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Recent Examples of self-worth
Adaptive leaders tend to separate their self-worth from always having the perfect answer.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 7 June 2026
Does this raise bigger questions about self-worth and long-term security?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 27 May 2026
Yet impostor syndrome is usually classed as an unfounded belief of low self-worth.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
Here, the entertainment broadcaster reflects on surgery, self-worth, and surviving Hollywood’s impossible standards.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 26 May 2026
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 7 June 2026
Does this raise bigger questions about self-worth and long-term security?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 27 May 2026
Yet impostor syndrome is usually classed as an unfounded belief of low self-worth.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
Here, the entertainment broadcaster reflects on surgery, self-worth, and surviving Hollywood’s impossible standards.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-worth
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Though all eyes will be on North America, the national pride this event inspires – and the staggered start times that will allow fans watching back in their home countries to take in their teams during sort-of-normal hours – will stir incredible excitement and patriotism all around the world.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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From agricultural legacy, alternative modernization and pride in heritage, a lifestyle of independence and historical significance can be witnessed.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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The woman, identified as Bousso Diouf, asked for respect and dignity for all migrants.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Victoria’s Secret said it’s committed to safe, respectful working conditions across its global supply chain, with women’s safety, dignity, and economic empowerment at the core.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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If Tovar’s belief in Beals remained consistent, Beals’ self-confidence increased this season.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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Children who see positive behaviors from their parents can develop self-confidence and higher self esteem.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
11 June 2026
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Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Despite Argentina’s status as one of the tournament favorites, confidence remained high among many Algeria supporters.—
J.M. Banks
June 15,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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“Self-worth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-worth. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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