Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
second-self
noun
/ˈsɛk.ənd sɛlf/
Definition
A term that refers to a digital persona or identity that a person creates and maintains online.
Examples
- Many people curate their second-self carefully on platforms like Instagram.
- He felt that his second-self was much more outgoing than he was in real life.
Meaning
The concept of a ‘second-self’ suggests that individuals have an additional identity that exists in the digital space, often shaped by social media and online interactions.
Synonyms
- Digital identity
- Online persona
- Virtual self
