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self-respect

[self-ri-spekt, self-] / ˈsɛlf rɪˈspɛkt, ˌsɛlf- /
NOUN
belief in own integrity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dignity pride self-assurance self-confidence self-esteem self-worth
STRONG
self-regard
WEAK
pride in oneself
Antonyms
STRONGEST
diffidence unsureness
WEAK
self-deprecation
NOUN
self-esteem
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dignity pride
STRONG
confidence vanity worth
Antonyms
WEAK
self-deprecation

Example Sentences

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It almost feels like some kind of test, where you are forced to sublimate your wishes and, perhaps, your self respect.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026

“I knew in this very moment I would allow myself to take back my light, show victory over my internal battle of self respect, and brave this world with piercing clarity,” the post said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2023

"That's not bitterness, that's self respect," says Dacus.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2023

Narrated by Poitier, the film paints the picture of a family man with tremendous self respect, emphasized by how his strong upbringing made him the man he was.

From Reuters • Sep. 11, 2022

I love you and my honor goes, I love you and my self respect goes, I love you and my pride goes.

From The Chalice Of Courage A Romance of Colorado by Brady, Cyrus Townsend