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/sɛlfˈdaʊt/ · self·doubt
noun
- A feeling of uncertainty and lack of confidence in one's own abilities or judgment. Her self-doubt held her back from pursuing her dream of becoming a writer.
- A state of mind characterized by uncertainty and lack of faith in one's own decisions or actions. His self-doubt led him to second-guess his decision to start his own business.
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Did you know? The concept of self-doubt has been explored in literature and psychology for centuries, with notable works such as Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and Freud's 'The Ego and the Id' delving into the complexities of human self-doubt.