self-inflicted
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/sɛlf ɪnˈflɪktɪd/
self-harm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-inflicted' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'inflict,' where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'inflict' means to cause something unpleasant or painful.
Historical Evolution
'self-inflicted' evolved from the combination of the words 'self' and 'inflict' in English, maintaining its meaning over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'causing harm to oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
(of a wound or other harm) inflicted on oneself.
He was taken to the hospital with self-inflicted injuries.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45