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
These beauties are always paving the way—championing self-respect, empowerment, and individual beauty.
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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
Enforcing your boundaries is a sign of self-respect.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Aug. 2024
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining their self-respect and mental well-being.
—Nafeesah Allen, Parents, 24 July 2024
Burke said that's she's been consistently in therapy for the last decade and has been on a journey of self-love and self-respect.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 17 Apr. 2024
Recognize that self-care is self-respect and self-love.
—Liz Guthridge, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
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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
Enforcing your boundaries is a sign of self-respect.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Aug. 2024
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining their self-respect and mental well-being.
—Nafeesah Allen, Parents, 24 July 2024
Burke said that's she's been consistently in therapy for the last decade and has been on a journey of self-love and self-respect.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 17 Apr. 2024
Recognize that self-care is self-respect and self-love.
—Liz Guthridge, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
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“Self-respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-respect. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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