Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-inflicted
Adjective
/ˌsɛlf ɪnˈflɪk.tɪd/
Definition
Caused or inflicted by oneself, especially referring to harm or damage.
Examples
- Her self-inflicted wounds required immediate medical attention.
- The stress he felt was largely a result of self-inflicted pressure.
- He realized that many of his problems were self-inflicted and began to seek help.
Meaning
The term self-inflicted describes actions or injuries that a person brings upon themselves, whether emotionally or physically.
Synonyms
- Self-imposed
- Self-generated
- Self-caused
