self-advertising
|self-ad-ver-tis-ing|
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/sɛlf-ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/
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/sɛlf-ˈædvətaɪzɪŋ/
promoting oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-advertising' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'advertising', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'advertising' means promoting or publicizing.
Historical Evolution
'self-advertising' evolved from the concept of 'advertising oneself' in the early 20th century, reflecting the growing importance of personal branding.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'promoting oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
actively promoting oneself or one's abilities, often in a boastful manner.
His self-advertising nature made him unpopular among his colleagues.
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Last updated: 2025/02/28 09:40