World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesdesprezo de si mesmo
Pronunciation / Transliteration: des-pre-zo de see mez-mo
"O desprezo de si mesmo pode ser debilitante."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A feeling of deep disapproval and disdain for oneself.
"After years of criticism, she struggled with self-contempt that affected her self-esteem." - 2
A psychological state characterized by a lack of respect or value for oneself.
"His self-contempt made it difficult for him to accept compliments or praise."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'self-contempt' is derived from the combination of 'self', originating from Old English 'seolf', and 'contempt', from Latin 'contemptus', meaning 'scorn'. The concept has evolved to describe a deep-seated disdain for oneself, reflecting psychological and emotional states.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Self-Contempt"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Self-Contempt" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
mépris de soi
Transliteration: may-pree duh swah
"Elle a lutté contre son mépris de soi pendant des années."
Selbstverachtung
Transliteration: zelpst-fair-acht-ung
"Seine Selbstverachtung hinderte ihn daran, glücklich zu sein."
disprezzo di sé
Transliteration: dis-prez-zo dee seh
"Il suo disprezzo di sé lo portava a evitare le relazioni."
desprecio de uno mismo
Transliteration: des-pre-syo de oo-no mee-smo
"Su desprecio de uno mismo afectó su vida social."
desprezo de si mesmo
Transliteration: des-pre-zo de see mez-mo
"O desprezo de si mesmo pode ser debilitante."
स्वयं के प्रति तिरस्कार
Transliteration: swayam ke prati tiraskaar
"उसका स्वयं के प्रति तिरस्कार उसकी खुशियों में बाधा डालता था।"
自我轻蔑
Transliteration: zì wǒ qīng miè
"他的自我轻蔑使他难以与他人建立联系。"
자기 경멸
Transliteration: jagi gyeongmyeol
"그의 자기 경멸은 그의 삶에 부정적인 영향을 미쳤다."
自己軽蔑
Transliteration: jiko keibetsu
"彼の自己軽蔑は彼の人間関係に影響を与えた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Portuguese termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Self-Contempt"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.