self-role
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/sɛlf roʊl/
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/sɛlf rəʊl/
personal identity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-role' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'role,' meaning 'a part played by a person in a particular situation.'
Historical Evolution
'self-role' evolved from the concept of 'self' and 'role' being used together to describe an individual's perception of their own identity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the role one assigns to oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a role or identity that an individual perceives for themselves, often in relation to their personal beliefs, values, and self-concept.
She struggled to define her self-role in the new company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45