self-esteem
noun
self-es·teem
ˌself-ə-ˈstēm 
1
: a confidence and satisfaction in oneself : self-respect
2
Examples of self-esteem in a Sentence
friends and family have tried to help the shy child develop some self-esteem
his towering self-esteem made praise from other people entirely unnecessary
the kind of self-esteem that a struggling actor needs to keep going in the face of constant discouragement and rejection
Recent Examples on the Web
This will help with mental health, self-esteem, and your general sense of being a good person.
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Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 1 June 2024
Khloé opened up about how her weight loss also boosted her self-esteem in a January 2017 conversation with PEOPLE.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
At that time, Maxie and medical professionals attributed Jamal’s mental state and low self-esteem to his being bullied, and he was diagnosed with single-episode depression.
—Chloe Castleberry, Essence, 25 May 2024
All of these developments strengthened India's self-esteem.
—Breana Scheckwitz, Fox News, 22 May 2024
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Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 1 June 2024
Khloé opened up about how her weight loss also boosted her self-esteem in a January 2017 conversation with PEOPLE.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
At that time, Maxie and medical professionals attributed Jamal’s mental state and low self-esteem to his being bullied, and he was diagnosed with single-episode depression.
—Chloe Castleberry, Essence, 25 May 2024
All of these developments strengthened India's self-esteem.
—Breana Scheckwitz, Fox News, 22 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-esteem
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“Self-esteem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-esteem. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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