as in vanity
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements
nurtured a self-love that was far greater than any affection she ever felt for another person
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Recent Examples of self-love
Together, the Fab Five have traversed everywhere from Atlanta to Missouri to Louisiana — and even overseas, for a four-part special in Japan — in their efforts to spread the gospel self-love and joy.
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EW.com, 9 July 2025
This interactive workshop was all about breaking free from burnout, setting boundaries, and embracing rest as an act of self-love and resistance.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 July 2025
The former 'Vanderpump Rules' star shares plans for baby number three, what’s really going on in her dating life, and teaching self-love.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 3 July 2025
Her story highlights not only a commitment to fitness, but also a deeper, mindful connection to health, self-love, and personal empowerment.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 July 2025
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EW.com, 9 July 2025
This interactive workshop was all about breaking free from burnout, setting boundaries, and embracing rest as an act of self-love and resistance.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 July 2025
The former 'Vanderpump Rules' star shares plans for baby number three, what’s really going on in her dating life, and teaching self-love.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 3 July 2025
Her story highlights not only a commitment to fitness, but also a deeper, mindful connection to health, self-love, and personal empowerment.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-love
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Accessibility and Sustainability Mii amo features one ADA-compliant 400-square-foot Casita, complete with a king-size bed, a roll-in shower, a tub with a permanent seat, and an accessible double vanity.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Distinctive elements: White oak vanity; brass fixtures; quartz countertops; Asian wallpaper.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Such braggadocio is just more evidence of a narcissistic ego.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 July 2025
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True allyship requires checking one's ego at the door, prioritizing what's right over being right, and humbly learning from others.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Leo season says to take pride in your accomplishments and put them on display.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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In the final episode of The Cosby Show, Dr. Heathcliff Huxtable is beaming with pride—his only son is graduating college.—
Mychal Denzel Smith,
Time,
22 July 2025
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“Self-love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-love. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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