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self-rewarder

|self-re-ward-er|

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/sɛlf-rɪˈwɔrdər/

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/sɛlf-rɪˈwɔːdə/

self-motivated rewarder

Etymology
Etymology Information

'self-rewarder' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'rewarder', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'rewarder' means someone who gives rewards.

Historical Evolution

'self-rewarder' evolved from the concept of self-motivation and self-encouragement, combining the idea of rewarding oneself for achievements.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who rewards oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who gives themselves rewards, often as a form of motivation or self-encouragement.

As a self-rewarder, she treated herself to a nice dinner after completing her project.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42