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self-esteem

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˌawtuʃˈtimɐ/au·to·es·ti·ma

Definition

1

Subjective evaluation of one's own worth, based on feelings of value, competence, and adequacy.

Usage examples

“The workshop aimed to boost the participants' self-esteem.”
“Constant bullying can severely damage a teenager's self-esteem.”

Common combinations

low self-esteemhigh self-esteemboost self-esteemself-esteem issues