self-distrust

Thân thiện

She felt a wave of self-distrust before giving her presentation.

Definition

Noun: A feeling of doubt or lack of confidence in one's own abilities, qualities, or judgment. It is synonymous with a lack of self-confidence.

Usage

"Self-distrust" is used to describe a persistent internal state of uncertainty about one's own capabilities. It is a formal or literary term often found in psychological or self-help contexts.

Examples

• His constant self-distrust prevented him from applying for the promotion he deserved.
• A deep-seated self-distrust made her question every decision she made.
• The therapist worked with him to overcome his self-distrust and recognize his own strengths.

Advanced Usage

• Psychological Context: The term is used to describe a cognitive pattern where an individual habitually underestimates their competence.
  • The root of her perfectionism was a profound self-distrust.

Variants and Related Words

• Self-doubt (noun): A very close synonym, often used more commonly in everyday language.
• Diffidence (noun): A formal term for modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence.
• Insecurity (noun): A broader term for uncertainty and anxiety about oneself, which can encompass self-distrust.

Synonyms

Lack of confidence, self-doubt, diffidence, insecurity, uncertainty.

Antonyms

Self-confidence, self-assurance, confidence, poise, certitude.

Học thuật

Noun

1. lack of self-confidence

Từ đồng nghĩa

• diffidence
• self-doubt