Synonyms for selfhood
Synonyms by meaning
Noun
1. Solipsism — the quality of being self-centered or egocentric; selfishness
2. Identity
Definitions
- n. 1
The quality of being self-centered or egocentric; selfishness.
- n. 2
State of having a distinct identity, or being an individual distinct from others; individuality.
Forms
- Plural
- selfhoods → solipsisms, selfishnesses, egocentricities, me-firstisms…
Example sentences
- selfishness Selfishness is an essential part of his character.
- solipsism Solipsism only exists if I believe it does.
- identity Sami didn't reveal the identity of his assailants.
- individuality Individuality is stressed in the Western world.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| selfhood | rising | |
| selfishness | rising | |
| solipsism | rising | |
| egocentricity | falling | |
| identity | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 8 letters
- identity4, selfness
- 9 letters
- solipsism
- 11 letters
- personality5, selfishness3
- 13 letters
- individuality7, egocentricity
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (identity4 = 4 syllables).