self-esteem
noun/ˌself ɪˈstiːm/
/ˌself ɪˈstiːm/
[uncountable]- a feeling of being happy with your own character and abilities synonym self-worth
- to have high/low self-esteem
- You need to build your self-esteem.
- Some children suffer from low self-esteem and expect to do badly.
- They are beginning to regain their confidence and self-esteem.
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