self-perception

noun

self-per·​cep·​tion ˌself-pər-ˈsep-shən How to pronounce self-perception (audio)
: perception of oneself
especially : self-concept

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His comedy is a shallow-focus lens, rendering every plane of his self-perception in exquisite detail and losing specificity or texture as soon as that lens pans out toward other characters in his story. Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 23 May 2025 This identity disruption extends beyond self-perception. Lorraine Wiseman, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Social psychology long agrees that early life experiences play a significant role in shaping our worldview, self-perception and level of confidence. Vinesh Sukumaran, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 To Feedback Feedback that challenges our self-perception often triggers emotional responses that hinder its effectiveness. Sandro Da Silva, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for self-perception

Word History

First Known Use

1666, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of self-perception was in 1666

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“Self-perception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-perception. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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