self respect
/ˌsɛlf rɪˈspɛkt/
noun
- A feeling of pride and confidence in yourself; a sense that you are worthy of respect.
- Having self-respect means you don't let others treat you badly.
- She refused to beg for the job because she had too much self-respect.
- Losing the match hurt his pride, but he never lost his self-respect.
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