Self-knowledge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌsɛlfˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Self-knowledge is a noun meaning Knowledge or insight into one's own character, abilities, feelings, or motivations; self-understanding.
Meaning
Knowledge or insight into one's own character, abilities, feelings, or motivations; self-understanding.
Example Sentences
A girl's love is half poetry, an unconscious preference till startled into self-knowledge. Isabella had been grateful for Mr. Glentworth's kindness—struck with his cultivated mind, and impressed with his distinguished appearance; so were all her sisters; but she alone was timid in expressing that admiration; in her alone had they inspired that feeling, which, shy, vague, and tender, is love.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include self-feeling, autognosis, self-awareness, innerstanding, self-realization, self-recognition.
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