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self–respecting
adjective self–re·spect·ing \-ri-ˈspek-tiŋ\
: having proper respect for yourself as a human being
Full Definition of SELF-RESPECTING
: having or characterized by self-respect
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First Known Use of SELF-RESPECTING
1786
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