ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Self-love

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Self-love is a noun meaning Regard for oneself; love of oneself.

Meaning

Regard for oneself; love of oneself.

More Meanings

  1. Excessive pride or vanity, overvaluing the self.
  2. (euphemistic) Masturbation.

Example Sentences

On the question of masturbation, or self-love, once again the tantric principle applies
Lizzo, who is known for messages of self-love and wider acceptance, has recently said as much as she shared that she is encouraging a stance of body neutrality for herself and others.

Synonyms for self-love

Depending on context, synonyms include conceit, vanity, narcissism, narcism.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include narcissism, narcism, conceit, vanity, self-regard, self-respect.

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