herself
/hərˈsɛlf/
pronoun
- Used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a female person or animal that is the subject of the clause.
- Maria looked at herself in the mirror and smiled.
- The cat cleaned herself after eating.
- She bought herself a new dress for the party.
- Used to emphasize the female subject or object of a sentence.
- The queen herself attended the ceremony.
- I spoke to the author herself at the book signing.
- She herself admitted that the plan was risky.
- Used to refer to a female person in a normal or usual state of health, mind, or appearance.
- She hasn't been herself since she lost her job.
- With a cup of coffee, she felt more like herself.
- After a good night's sleep, she was herself again.