What does self-conscious mean?
Self-conscious means Aware of oneself as an individual being..
Self-conscious
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Aware of oneself as an individual being..
Definitions by Sense
- Aware of oneself as an individual being.
- Excessively conscious of one's appearance or behaviour.
- Uncomfortably over-conscious of one's appearance or behaviour; socially ill at ease.
Example Sentences
“Heavens!” exclaimed Nina, “the blue-stocking and the fogy!—and yours are pale blue, Eileen!—you’re about as self-conscious as Drina—slumping there with your hair tumbling à la Mérode! Oh, it's very picturesque, of course, but a straight spine and good grooming is better.[…]”
Synonyms for self-conscious
Antonyms for self-conscious
Related Words
Word Forms
- more self-conscious
- most self-conscious
- selfconscious
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for self-conscious?
Common synonyms include conscious, uncomfortable.
What is the opposite of self-conscious?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use self-conscious in a sentence?
“Heavens!” exclaimed Nina, “the blue-stocking and the fogy!—and yours are pale blue, Eileen!—you’re about as self-conscious as Drina—slumping there with your hair tumbling à la Mérode! Oh, it's very picturesque, of course, but a straight spine and good grooming is better.[…]”
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