Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-declared
adjective
/ˌsɛlf dɪˈklɛrd/
Definition
Having declared oneself to be something, often without official or formal recognition.
Examples
- She is a self-declared expert in her field, despite having no formal qualifications.
- As a self-declared environmentalist, he makes efforts to live sustainably.
Meaning
When someone identifies themselves as a certain thing or holds a particular title without external validation or acknowledgment.
Synonyms
- self-proclaimed
- self-styled
- unofficial
