as in self-concept
the way you think about yourself and your abilities or appearance
She has a positive self-image buoyed by her years of success.
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Recent Examples of self-image
So these algorithms and this messaging is really harmful for kids' self-image.
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Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Third, your motivation is assumed as seeking ego-boosting platitudes and simply is intended to stoke your self-image.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Hardest of all for Sam is looking for a romantic partner, a difficult task for someone who still struggles with her own self-image.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2024
For adolescents, whose self-image can be especially vulnerable, a not-so-subtle instruction to increase exercise can hurt their mental health.
—Oona Hanson, CNN, 1 Dec. 2024
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Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Third, your motivation is assumed as seeking ego-boosting platitudes and simply is intended to stoke your self-image.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Hardest of all for Sam is looking for a romantic partner, a difficult task for someone who still struggles with her own self-image.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2024
For adolescents, whose self-image can be especially vulnerable, a not-so-subtle instruction to increase exercise can hurt their mental health.
—Oona Hanson, CNN, 1 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-image
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-image
Noun
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But while anyone can be a hero, not everyone has a heroic self-concept.—
Cassidy Creech,
The Conversation,
14 Jan. 2025
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McMahon adds that communal mirroring within cohorts supports leaders in refining their self-concept and embracing a new leader identity.—
Sam Rockwell,
Forbes,
22 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Share [Findings] Witnessing cringeworthy moments improves the observer’s self-perception.—
Rafil Kroll-Zaidi,
Harper's Magazine,
22 Jan. 2025
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During his conversation with the British outlet, Malek reflected on his conflicting self-perception of race growing up in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, with his immigrant parents.—
Edward Segarra,
USA TODAY,
20 Jan. 2025
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This step involves introspection and an honest evaluation of your habits, environment, and emotions.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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What Venus in Pisces Means for You, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Aries (March 20-April 19) Buckle up — January is a month for deep introspection and preparing for the exciting twists and turns love has in store, Aries.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Self-image.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-image. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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