Synonyms of selves

selves

noun

plural of self

as in natures

the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others

some believe that it's only in times of great stress that a person's true self is revealed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• natures
• personalities
• tones
• characters
• constitutions
• colors
• characteristics
• clays
• spirits
• complexions
• geniuses
• dispositions
• essences
• traits
• souls
• temperaments
• habits
• features
• compositions
• singularities
• properties
• attributes
• individualities
• sorts
• substances
• tempers
• flavors
• grains
• interiors
• ways
• stamps
• stuff
• metals
• essentialities
• hallmarks
• makeups
• earmarks
• marks
• points
• savors
• interiorities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of selves

And after three seasons of teens trying to survive the wilderness (while their adults selves struggled back in civilization), viewers know just how much Shauna wasn’t saying in that moment. — Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Sep. 2026

Our selves can shatter without the relief of annihilation, leaving fragments that remain recognizably ours but can no longer make a whole. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026

Her words, actions, and example gave people permission to be their truest selves. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Once again, Adults is returning to the idea of different selves, and the challenge of showing the appropriate selves to the right people. — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026

For intentional travelers who seek connection with nature, with others, and with their inner selves, Miraval Arizona continues to lead the way. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026

Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest will also reprise their roles as the eclectic aunts who raised the Owens sisters, always encouraging them to embrace their true magical selves. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026

Sweet Humans is about believing in and elevating independent stories and voices, and building something together where everyone can be their authentic selves. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026

Dolly was a committed philanthropist and a trailblazer who empowered women to find their own voices and be their authentic selves. — Emily R. Condon, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026