self

• 前缀或构词成分，用于构成形容词和名词，表示与自身或自己有关的，常含自主、自动或自我指向之意。

A prefix or combining form used to form adjectives and nouns indicating something relating to oneself or itself, often implying autonomy or self-reference.

1. Self-referentialB2formal

   Relating to or designating the same person or thing; used in compound words to indicate action directed back upon the subject.

   自我

   • Self-care is important for mental health.
   • He has a self-destructive habit of procrastinating.
   • The company promotes self-improvement among its employees.

   同义词reflexive

• 名词，指一个人或事物的本质、身份或独特个性，区别于他人或他物；也指自身或自我。

A noun referring to the essential being, personality, or identity of a person or thing, distinct from others.

1. Individual identityB2formal

   The essential being of a person, distinct from others.

   自我

   • She is trying to find her true self.
   • He lost his sense of self after the accident.
   • Meditation helps you connect with your inner self.

   同义词egoessenceidentityindividualitypersonasoulspirit

2. Personal interest or advantageB2formal

   One's own interest or welfare, often in a selfish context.

   私利

   • He acted out of self-interest rather than generosity.
   • Her decision was based purely on self-preservation.
   • The politician's actions were motivated by self-promotion.

   同义词egoismegotismself-centerednessself-interestself-regardself-seekingselfishness

   反义词altruismself-sacrificeselflessness

3. Personality or characterB2formal

   The combination of characteristics that make up a person's nature.

   自我

   • Her kind self always helps others.
   • He showed his true self when under pressure.
   • The therapy helped her become her best self.

   同义词characteregoessenceidentityindividualitynaturepersonalitypsychesoul