self-respect
noun
self-re·spect
ˌself-ri-ˈspekt 
1
: a proper respect for oneself as a human being
2
: regard for one's own standing or position
Examples of self-respect in a Sentence
getting a job and moving out of his parents' house did a lot to increase his self-respect
Recent Examples on the Web
The level of outward emotional expression here is simply kept at a level true to figures who may inwardly be reaching their boiling point, but are still held back by self-respect and polite manners.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
But this curious makeover falsifies everything that made The Wizard of Oz wonderful: its clarity about good vs. evil and the value of friendship, family, good deeds, and self-respect.
—Armond White, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
Ensuring that conversations align with your integrity and beliefs is key to fostering self-respect and connection.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
There is a limit to which any person or institution can be pushed before
reasonable self-respect and dignity flare up in resistance.
—Arthur House, Hartford Courant, 22 Nov. 2024
These beauties are always paving the way—championing self-respect, empowerment, and individual beauty.
—Essence, 10 Oct. 2024
In the film, Bueller skipped school to help his friend Cameron earn self-respect.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 6 Oct. 2024
Ending a toxic relationship means that this is your time to rewrite your narrative, one that’s filled with intention, self-respect, and healing.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
At once vulnerable and independent, Pugh plays Almut with the self-respect to assert them.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 7 Sep. 2024
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
But this curious makeover falsifies everything that made The Wizard of Oz wonderful: its clarity about good vs. evil and the value of friendship, family, good deeds, and self-respect.
—Armond White, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
Ensuring that conversations align with your integrity and beliefs is key to fostering self-respect and connection.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
There is a limit to which any person or institution can be pushed before
reasonable self-respect and dignity flare up in resistance.
—Arthur House, Hartford Courant, 22 Nov. 2024
These beauties are always paving the way—championing self-respect, empowerment, and individual beauty.
—Essence, 10 Oct. 2024
In the film, Bueller skipped school to help his friend Cameron earn self-respect.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 6 Oct. 2024
Ending a toxic relationship means that this is your time to rewrite your narrative, one that’s filled with intention, self-respect, and healing.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
At once vulnerable and independent, Pugh plays Almut with the self-respect to assert them.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 7 Sep. 2024
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“Self-respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-respect. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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