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    self-deprecating
    /ˌsɛlfˈdɛprɪkeɪtɪŋ/

    adjective

    • 1. modest about or critical of oneself, especially humorously so: "self-deprecating jokes"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSELF-DEPRECATING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SELF-DEPRECATING definition: 1. trying to make yourself, your abilities, or your achievements seem less important: 2. trying to…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › self-deprecatingSelf-deprecating Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of SELF-DEPRECATING is tending or serving to disparage or undervalue oneself. How to use self-deprecating in a sentence.

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  5. www.verywellmind.com › what-is-self-deprecation-5186918Self-Deprecation: Harmless Habit or Unhealthy Behavior? -...

    Nov 16, 2023 · Self-deprecation is a form of self-talk that reflects a negative self-evaluation or low self-esteem. Learn why people self-deprecate, how it affects their mental health, and how to balance it out with self-confidence.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › self-deprecatingSELF-DEPRECATING definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    Self-deprecating means trying to make yourself, your abilities, or your achievements seem less important. Learn how to use this adjective in formal contexts with examples from various sources.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › self-deprecatingSELF-DEPRECATING Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Self-deprecating definition: belittling or undervaluing oneself; excessively modest.. See examples of SELF-DEPRECATING used in a sentence.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › self-deprecatingSelf-deprecating - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms |...

    A self-deprecating person knows her own weaknesses and shortcomings and isn't afraid to point them out, often in a humorous way. Some people are egotistical, always talking about how great they are.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDefinition of 'self-deprecating' - Collins Online Dictionary

    Self-deprecating means criticizing or representing oneself as foolish in a light-hearted way. Learn how to use this adjective in sentences and see synonyms, pronunciation and grammar tips.