self-observation

noun

self-ob·​ser·​va·​tion ˌself-ˌäb-sər-ˈvā-shən How to pronounce self-observation (audio)
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: observation of one's own appearance

Examples of self-observation in a Sentence

some self-observation might give you some insights into how others perceive you
Recent Examples on the Web Anyone who has tracked their daily steps or worn a glucose monitor can testify that self-observation works. Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024 Moreover, self-observation might highlight a leader's tendency to let stress visibly affect their demeanor, inadvertently impacting team morale. Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-observation was in 1600

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Cite this Entry

“Self-observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-observation. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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