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/sɛlfˈmeɪd/ · self·made
adjective
  1. Having achieved success, wealth, or position through one's own efforts, without the aid of external factors such as wealth or privilege. He is a self-made millionaire who built his business from scratch.
noun
  1. A person who has achieved success, wealth, or position through their own efforts, without the aid of external factors. The self-made man was celebrated for his rags-to-riches story.
Did you know? The phrase 'self-made' has been used to describe many famous individuals, including Thomas Edison, who was known for his rags-to-riches story and his self-made success in the field of innovation.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026