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1. dignity, self-respect, self-regard, self-worth(noun)

   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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1. self-respect(Noun)

   The knowledge of one's own worth, valuing one's self; pride.

   If you have no self-respect you can't respect others, because what value would you offer someone by giving the respect of one who is as lowly as you view yourself?

Origin: self + respect

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1. Self-respect(noun)

   respect for one's self; regard for one's character; laudable self-esteem

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of self-respect in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of self-respect in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Sample Sentences & Example Usage

1. John Herschel:

   Self-respect is the cornerstone of all virtue.

2. Charles Joseph Joe Clark:

   Self-respect permeates every aspect of your life.

3. Anuj Somany:

   Self-respect is inversely proportional to self-interest.

4. Theodore Parker:

   Never violate the sacredness of your individual self-respect.

5. H. L. Mencken:

   Self-respect: the secure feeling that no one, as yet, is suspicious.

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