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selfhood.

State of having a distinct identity, or being an individual distinct from others; individuality.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. State of having a distinct identity, or being an individual distinct from others; individuality.

    uncountable · usually
  2. The fully developed self; one's personality, character.

    uncountable · usually
  3. The quality of being self-centered or egocentric; selfishness.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English self Proto-Indo-European *keyt-der. Proto-Germanic *haiduzder. Proto-West Germanic *-haiduder. Old English -hād Middle English -hede English -hood English selfhood From self + -hood.

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