self-concept

[ self-kon-sept, self- ]
/ ˈsɛlfˈkɒn sɛpt, ˌsɛlf- /

noun

the idea or mental image one has of oneself and one's strengths, weaknesses, status, etc.; self-image.

Origin of self-concept

First recorded in 1920–25

Words nearby self-concept

self-command, self-compatible, self-complacent, self-composed, self-conceit, self-concept, self-conception, self-confessed, self-confidence, self-congratulation, self-conscious

British Dictionary definitions for self-concept

self-concept

noun

psychol the whole set of attitudes, opinions, and cognitions that a person has of himself

Medical definitions for self-concept

self-concept

n.

An individual's assessment of his or her status on a single trait or on many human dimensions using societal or personal norms as criteria.