Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
itself
pronoun
/ɪtˈsɛlf/
Definition
Refers to the same thing or person that has already been mentioned. It emphasizes the subject of the sentence.
Examples
- She baked a cake by itself.
- The cat often cleans itself.
- He made the decision by himself.
Meaning
The term ‘itself’ is used to highlight or stress a noun or pronoun, usually to indicate identity or to distinguish from others.
Synonyms
- oneself
- it
- themselves
