self-conscious

[US]/ˌselfˈkɒnʃəs/
[UK]/ˌselfˈkɑːnʃəs/

Translation

adj.shy or uncomfortable; aware of oneself; having self-awareness

Phrases & Collocations

self-conscious smile

be self-conscious

self-conscious about

becoming self-conscious

self-consciously adjusted

self-conscious behavior

felt self-conscious

self-conscious glance

self-conscious moment

was self-conscious

Example Sentences

she felt self-conscious about her appearance at the party.

he became self-conscious after receiving negative feedback on his presentation.

the student was self-conscious about asking questions in class.

i was self-conscious about my dancing skills in front of everyone.

don't be self-conscious; just be yourself and have fun.

he tried to appear confident, but he was self-conscious deep down.

she's naturally self-conscious about public speaking.

the new employee felt self-conscious joining the team meeting.

being self-conscious can hold you back from trying new things.

he was self-conscious about his height compared to the others.

she gave a self-conscious smile, unsure of how to proceed.

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