self-knowledge

noun
UK /ˌself ˈnɒlɪdʒ/
US /ˌself ˈnɑːlɪdʒ/

Self-knowledge is knowing what you are like inside.

Reading her diary helped her gain self-knowledge about her feelings.

SYNONYMS

self-awarenessself-understandinginsightintrospection

RELATED WORDS

reflectionidentitymindfulnessawareness

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Knowing your own strengths and weaknesses.

Good self-knowledge helped him choose a job that suited him.

3. Understanding your own thoughts and emotions.

Meditation can improve self-knowledge.

4. An honest view of your own character.

Her self-knowledge kept her from bragging too much.