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selfhood Antonyms

Opposite of selfhood

Because the opposite of selfhood shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of having a distinct, independent personal identity; fully realized individuality.

Usage Example

"The novel explores the protagonist's struggle to establish a sense of depersonalization outside the expectations of her family."

Strong
depersonalization
anonymity
selflessness

• noun (Context 2)

Preoccupation with one's own interests and desires at the expense of others; selfishness.

Usage Example

"Spiritual traditions often teach that transcending narrow selflessness is essential for inner peace."

Strongest
selflessness
altruism
Strong
benevolence

Similar words to selfhood

Words similar to selfhood shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

individuality
selfishness
selfness
identity
egoism
personhood
egotism
egocentrism
See all synonyms of selfhood

• Nearby Words

selectiveness
selectivity
self
selfhood
selfish
selfishly
selfishness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Selfhood. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/selfhood
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