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self-respect - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'self-respect' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Self-respect [ n.]
- Respect for one's self; regard for one's character; laudable self-esteem.

Meaning of 'self-respect' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . self-respect [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
Example in sentence:
  • it was beneath his dignity to cheat;
  • showed his true dignity when under pressure