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self-love

[ self-luhv ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

the instinct by which one's actions are directed to the promotion of one's own welfare or well-being, especially an excessive regard for one's own advantage.
conceit; vanity.
narcissism ( def 3 ).

self-love

noun

the instinct or tendency to seek one's own well-being or to further one's own interest

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Other Words From

self-loving adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of self-love¹

First recorded in 1555–65

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Example Sentences

Chester gently cups his smooth, genial face in his gracefully refined hand, an unusual gesture that quietly expresses self-love.

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I do think that the biggest part of a beauty ritual is self-love, encompassing that in everything you do.

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Opening up for the first time since the split, the pop superstar said that she’s been working on self-love and figuring herself out.

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Although “Got a Story to Tell” reflects on self-love and acceptance, Thee Sacred Souls still write plenty of love songs — often from the perspective of someone doing the hurting.

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“I felt very liberated and more inclined to self-love.”

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self-loathing self-made

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