self-approval
|self-a-ppro-val|
/sɛlf əˈpruːvəl/
personal validation
Etymology
'self-approval' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'approval,' meaning 'the act of accepting or agreeing to something.'
'self-approval' evolved from the concept of 'self-acceptance' and 'approval' in the English language, combining to form a term that emphasizes personal validation.
Initially, it meant 'acceptance of one's own actions or thoughts,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of approving or accepting oneself, often in terms of one's actions, thoughts, or feelings.
Her self-approval grew as she learned to accept her unique qualities.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41