Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-pity
noun
/ˈsɛlfˈpɪti/
Definition
A feeling of excessive sorrow for oneself, often due to perceived misfortunes or hardships.
Examples
- After losing the competition, he fell into a state of self-pity instead of trying again.
- She realized that self-pity was holding her back from finding happiness.
Meaning
Self-pity is the emotion of feeling sorry for oneself, often in a way that is self-indulgent or overly dramatic.
Synonyms
- self-indulgence
- martyrdom
- self-commiseration
