🙇self-respect

Meaning

A feeling of pride and confidence in oneself; self-worth.

Example Sentences

She refused to compromise her self-respect by accepting unfair treatment.

Example Expressions

loss of self-respect

Synonyms

dignity, pride, honor, self-esteem

Antonyms

shame, humiliation, dishonor

Collocations

maintain self-respect, loss of self-respect, sense of self-respect

More Example Sentences

Setting boundaries is a matter of self-respect, not arrogance.