self-loathing
|self-loath-ing|
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/ˌsɛlfˈloʊðɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˌsɛlfˈləʊðɪŋ/
intense self-disgust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-loathing' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'loathing', where 'loathing' meant 'intense dislike or disgust'.
Historical Evolution
'loathing' changed from the Old English word 'lāðian' and eventually became the modern English word 'loathing'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'intense dislike or disgust', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'hatred towards oneself'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strong feeling of dislike or hatred towards oneself.
His self-loathing prevented him from seeing his own worth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45