self-love

noun
UK: /ˌselfˈlʌv/
US: /ˌselfˈlʌv/

  1. The acceptance of and love for oneself, including one's strengths and weaknesses.

    1. Self-love is important for your mental health and overall well-being.
    2. Practicing self-love helps you build confidence and resilience when facing challenges.

  2. Regard for one's own well-being and happiness, often involving prioritizing one's own needs.

    1. She practices self-love by taking time for herself every day.
    2. Genuine self-love is not selfish, it enables healthier relationships with others.

Synonyms

self-esteem self-regard self-respect

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "self-love" in English means: The acceptance of and love for oneself, including one's strengths and weaknesses., Regard for one's own well-being and happiness, often involving prioritizing one's own needs..

The phonetic transcription of "self-love" is /ˌselfˈlʌv/ in British English and /ˌselfˈlʌv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "self-love": self-esteem, self-regard, self-respect.

Example usage of "self-love": "Self-love is important for your mental health and overall well-being.". More examples on the page.