self-consciously

• Adverbio que describe una acción realizada con una conciencia incómoda de uno mismo, a menudo mostrando nerviosismo, timidez o atención excesiva a cómo lo perciben los demás.

An adverb describing an action performed with awareness of oneself, often in a way that shows nervousness, awkwardness, or excessive attention to how one is perceived by others.

1. Embarrassed or awkward mannerB2formal

   In a way that shows nervousness or embarrassment about oneself, often due to being overly aware of others' opinions.

   con vergüenza, de manera cohibida

   • She self-consciously adjusted her hair before entering the room.
   • He laughed self-consciously when he realized his mistake.
   • The teenager walked self-consciously past the group of popular kids.

   Sinónimosawkwardlybashfullydiffidentlynervouslysheepishlyshylytimidlyuncomfortablyuneasily

   Antónimoscomfortablyeasilynaturallyunselfconsciously

2. Deliberately or intentionallyC1formal

   In a way that shows careful awareness of one's actions or appearance, often for a specific effect.

   deliberadamente, con plena conciencia

   • The artist self-consciously chose a minimalist style for the exhibition.
   • He self-consciously avoided using technical jargon to make his speech accessible.
   • She self-consciously adopted a more formal tone for the interview.

   Sinónimosconsciouslydeliberatelydesignedlyintentionallyknowinglypurposefullywittingly

   Antónimosinstinctivelynaturallyspontaneouslyunconsciously