🙆itself

pronoun
/ɪtˈsɛlf/

Meaning

Used to emphasize the thing just mentioned; by its own power or effort.

Example Sentences

The cat cleaned itself after eating.

Example Expressions

in itself

Synonyms

alone, personally, independently

Antonyms

together, others

Collocations

by itself, itself alone, itself clear, itself evident

More Example Sentences

I believe that being aware of your weaknesses is itself a strength.

We should evaluate not just the outcome, but also the process itself.

The knowledge gained from failure can be more valuable than success itself.

I think technology itself is neither good nor bad; it depends on how it is used.

I believe social media itself is neither good nor bad; it depends on how we use it.

Professional development opportunities are just as important to me as the salary itself.

Related Vocabularies

used to indicate possession or ownership
belonging to or associated with the speaker and one or more other people
belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned
used to refer to a person or thing that is close or near in space, time, or thought
used to refer to the person or people being spoken to
used to indicate possession or association

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