Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Refers to a person's own individuality or identity. Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonyms Examples:
He talks about himself a lot.I like to treat myself to nice meals.
Etymology:
Originates from the Old English self, related to the Dutch zelf and German selbst, akin to the Proto-Germanic *selbaz, meaning one's own or oneself.
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