self-expression

noun

self-ex·​pres·​sion ˌself-ik-ˈspre-shən How to pronounce self-expression (audio)
: the expression of one's own personality : assertion of one's individual traits
self-expressive adjective

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Artists proving no tyranny, no matter how evil or total, can extinguish our desire for self-expression. Chadd Scott, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 The new moon in Aquarius on Jan. 29 presents you with a clean slate, and the perfect opportunity to set new intentions around love and self-expression. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025 The Capricorn moon pushes you toward creative self-expression. USA TODAY, 30 Dec. 2024 The 2025 eclipses are transformational for you, Virgo, particularly in areas of self-expression, partnerships and career visibility. Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 16 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for self-expression 

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of self-expression was in 1892

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“Self-expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-expression. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.

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self-expression

noun
self-ex·​pres·​sion
ˌsel-fik-ˈspresh-ən
: the expression of one's own personality

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