self-regard

/'selfri'gɑ:d/
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self-regard

A person with self-regard stands tall and speaks with confidence.

Definition

Noun: 1. Proper respect for oneself and concern for one's own dignity, character, and worth; self-respect. 2. (Less commonly) An excessive or undue regard for oneself; self-centeredness.

Usage

The word "self-regard" is used to describe an individual's internal sense of their own value and dignity. It is a neutral-to-positive term in its primary sense, relating to healthy self-esteem and personal integrity. The less common, negative sense implying selfishness is now often covered by words like "self-absorption" or "narcissism."

Examples
  • A healthy sense of self-regard prevents one from accepting unfair treatment.
  • Her quiet self-regard was evident in the way she carried herself and set firm boundaries.
  • (Negative sense, less common) His overwhelming self-regard made him oblivious to the needs of others.
Advanced Usage
  • Psychological Context: In psychology, healthy self-regard is considered a component of emotional well-being and is linked to resilience.
  • Philosophical Context: The concept relates to ideas of self-worth and ethical duty to oneself in moral philosophy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Self-respect (n): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with the primary meaning of self-regard.
  • Self-esteem (n): Confidence in one's own worth or abilities; overlaps with self-regard but can be more focused on a feeling of personal value.
  • Self-worth (n): The sense of one's own value as a person.
  • Dignity (n): The state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect; a key component of self-regard.
Synonyms
  • Self-respect
  • Self-esteem
  • Pride (in a positive sense)
  • Self-worth
Antonyms
  • Self-abasement
  • Self-contempt
  • Humiliation
  • Diffidence
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • To have a sense of self-regard: To possess an awareness of one's own dignity.
    • Despite the criticism, he maintained a strong sense of self-regard.
  • To act with self-regard: To behave in a manner consistent with self-respect.
    • She acted with self-regard and declined the unethical proposal.
self-regard

A person with self-regard stands tall and speaks with confidence.

Noun
  1. the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
    • it was beneath his dignity to cheat
    • showed his true dignity when under pressure

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