self-consciousness
Translation
self-consciousness, awkwardness, shyness
Examples
His self-consciousness made him blush.
His self-consciousness made him blush.
The novel explores the character's growing self-consciousness.
The novel explores the character's growing self-consciousness.
Grammar Patterns
a feeling of ((...)) a particular emotion or state His self-consciousness made him blush.
Similar Words
Synonyms: awkwardness, shyness, embarrassment; Antonyms: confidence, unselfconsciousness
Etymology
A compound of 'self' (oneself) and 'consciousness' (awareness). Literally 'awareness of oneself'.
Memory Tips
It can mean being shy (negative) or simply aware of oneself (neutral). Think of being *too* conscious of your*self*.