self-critical
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B2
/sɛlfˈkrɪtɪkəl/
judging oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-critical' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'critical', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'critical' means expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments.
Historical Evolution
'self-critical' evolved from the combination of 'self' and 'critical', which have been used in English since the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'critical' meant 'judging severely', and when combined with 'self', it evolved to mean 'judging oneself severely'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
being critical of oneself, often in a reflective or evaluative manner.
She is very self-critical about her performance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39