Self-conscious
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Self-conscious is an adjective meaning Aware of oneself as an individual being.
Meaning
Aware of oneself as an individual being.
More Meanings
- 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.[…]”
Word Forms
- selfconscious
Synonyms for self-conscious
Depending on context, synonyms include conscious, uncomfortable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include conscious, uncomfortable, cognizant, mindful, aware, ashamed.
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