1. a person’s essential being that distinguishes them from others
2. one’s own interests or welfare

1. myself, yourself, himself, herself, etc.
Usage: formal

Examples

• She’s trying to find her true self.
• He put self before family.
• The letter was addressed to self.
• I need to focus on my inner self.
• His sense of self was damaged by the criticism.
• She’s very concerned with self-image.
• The package was marked ‘return to self’.