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Meaning of self-abasement
The act or state of lowering oneself in dignity or status, often to an excessive degree.
Etymology of self-abasement
The word "self-abasement" originates from the combination of "self" and "abasement", with "abasement" coming from the Old French "abaisser", meaning to lower or reduce, which is derived from the Latin "ab" (from, away from) and "baissier" (to lower), and the suffix "-ment" which forms a noun indicating the result of the action.
Synonyms
humiliation
mortification
abasement
degradation
shame
embarrassment
self-deprecation
modesty
humility
self-effacement
diffidence
timidity
bashfulness
coyness
demureness
unassertiveness
submissiveness
obeisance
prostration
self-abnegation
self-denial
self-renunciation
abjectness
wretchedness
misery
distress
affliction
ignominy
discredit
disrepute
dishonor
disgrace
Definitions
- The act of abasing or lowering oneself, especially in one's own estimation.
- * A feeling of being lowered in dignity or status, often accompanied by a sense of shame or guilt.
Usage Examples
- The politician's self-abasement in the face of scandal was seen as a desperate attempt to regain public trust.
- * Her self-abasement and willingness to listen to criticism earned her the respect of her peers.
Antonyms
pride
arrogance
haughtiness
conceit
self-importance
egotism
vanity
narcissism
self-aggrandizement
grandiosity
pomposity
pretentiousness
self-satisfaction
complacency
smugness
superiority
dominance
assertiveness
confidence
self-assurance
boldness
bravado