Definitions for self-respect
self-re·spect

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. dignity, self-respect, self-regard, self-worthnoun

   the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

   "it was beneath his dignity to cheat"; "showed his true dignity when under pressure"

WiktionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. self-respectnoun

   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?

2. Etymology: self + respect

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1. self-respect

   Self-respect refers to the feeling of confidence and pride in one's own abilities, worth, and dignity. It is a form of self-love that involves holding oneself in high regard and not allowing others to degrade or belittle oneself. It's about knowing your value as a person and treating yourself with kindness and respect. Self-respect is a key component of mental health and well-being.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Self-respectnoun

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

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1. self-respect

   For us to naturally feel, know and have respect for ourselves, value our body, conscience, consciousness, mind, spirit and soul and to behave respectfully and responsibly.

   We have beautiful self-respect and it shows in our behaviour and how we behave toward other people in our family, work and communities.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on July 2, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Pride

How to pronounce self-respect?

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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

Examples of self-respect in a Sentence

1. Dmitri Trenin:

   Fresh attempts to expose Russian ‘red line’ deterrence as hollow – whether on the ground, in the air, or at sea – would push Moscow to defend what it cannot give up without losing its self-respect, this would almost inevitably lead to clashes and casualties, which would carry the risk of further escalation. Should this happen, Russia-NATO confrontation would deteriorate literally to the point of brinkmanship, a truly bleak scenario.

2. Dr. Laura Schlessinger:

   The reward for doing right is mostly an internal phenomenon: self-respect, dignity, integrity, and self- esteem.

3. Volodymyr Zelenskiy:

   We need competitive salaries for Ukrainians to feel self-respect.

4. Thomas Huxley:

   Thoughtfulness for others, generosity, modesty, and self-respect are the qualities which make a real gentleman or lady.

5. Robert Byrne:

   In order to preserve your self-respect, it is sometimes necessary to lie and cheat.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=self-respect
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Self-Respect
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-respect