self-value
|self-val-ue|
B2
/sɛlf ˈvæljuː/
personal worth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-value' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'value,' meaning 'worth or importance.'
Historical Evolution
'self-value' is a modern English term that combines 'self' and 'value' to express the concept of personal worth.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the worth one places on oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the regard that someone holds for their own worth or abilities; self-esteem.
Her self-value increased as she achieved her goals.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41